Bill > SB47

This bill requires public or private schools and local governments to take specific steps before installing new artificial turf fields that use "crumb rubber infill," which is material made from ground-up used tires, until January 1, 2020. These steps include gathering information from companies that offer artificial turf without crumb rubber infill and holding a public meeting to discuss the use of crumb rubber infill, allowing for public comment. The bill also clarifies that these requirements do not apply to installations or contracts entered into before January 1, 2017, or to maintenance of existing fields. The bill aims to encourage consideration of alternative infill materials for artificial turf fields, acknowledging concerns about potential health impacts from chemicals found in crumb rubber, as highlighted by various studies and past legal actions.