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Committee advances ban on PFAS-containing firefighting foam (Senate Bill 91A)
Summary
The House Climate, Energy, and Environment Committee voted to advance Senate Bill 91A, a measure to prohibit use of firefighting foam containing PFAS, sending the bill to the House floor following debate about supply and timing.
The House Climate, Energy, and Environment Committee on April 29 voted to send Senate Bill 91A to the House floor with a "do pass" recommendation. The bill would prohibit fire departments from using firefighting foam that contains perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly called PFAS.
Committee staff told members the bill carries a minimal fiscal impact and no revenue impact. Vice Chair Gamba moved the bill…
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