PFAS Fund reports roughly $44 million available after early spending

Aug 12, 2026

DACF's PFAS Fund has distributed roughly $2.6 million for direct producer assistance and earmarked funds for land purchases and research, leaving an estimated balance near $44 million; staff cautioned large infrastructure grants remain pending.

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The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's PFAS Fund has paid about $2,600,000 in direct assistance to farmers and has spent and encumbered funds on land acquisitions and research, leaving an estimated remaining balance of roughly $44 million. "To date, the PFAS fund has provided $2,600,000 for direct producer assistance," Director Beth Valentine said during the committee's Aug. 12 presentation.

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