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NJ S3835
NJ S3835Requires DEP to perform certain assessments concerning regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
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Introduced
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
In Committee
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to conduct assessments every five years on the regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. Specifically, the bill would require the DEP to conduct an assessment every five years of PFASs that are unregulated at the time of the assessment by State or federal law, or any rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto, in order to determine whether a maximum contaminant level or other drinking water standard should be established for additional PFASs. The bill would also require the DEP to conduct an assessment of whether current and proposed maximum contaminant levels for PFASs adequately protect the health of children, given their lower average body weight, and their higher ratio of drinking water intake by weight, as compared to a maximum contaminant level based on the average adult body weight. The bill would require the DEP to provide a written report containing the findings of each assessment to the Governor and the Legislature, and to post the report on its website.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to conduct assessments every five years to evaluate the regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are a class of man-made chemicals. These assessments will focus on PFAS that are not currently regulated by state or federal law to determine if drinking water standards, such as maximum contaminant levels (MCLs), should be set for them. Additionally, the DEP must assess whether existing and proposed MCLs for PFAS adequately protect children's health, considering their smaller body size and higher water intake relative to their weight compared to adults. The DEP will collaborate with the Drinking Water Quality Institute on these assessments and must submit a written report of its findings to the Governor and Legislature, as well as post it online.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 03/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3835 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S4000/3835_I1.HTM |
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