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Heated committee debate over PFAS pesticide phaseout as bill moves on for further review
Summary
AB 1603, which would phase out PFAS‑containing pesticides and require disclosure and permitting, drew wide technical testimony from scientists, environmental groups and agricultural and industry associations; committee approved an I recommendation and kept the bill on call for appropriations after extended questioning on feasibility and timelines.
Assemblymember Schultz presented AB 1603, proposing a staged phaseout of PFAS‑containing pesticides: a ban on new PFAS pesticide approvals beginning in 2027, a 2030 prohibition on a subset of 23 pesticides already restricted in the European Union, and a broader phaseout by 2035. The bill would also require public disclosure and permit requirements for certain PFAS‑containing pesticide uses.
Public‑health and environmental witnesses, including David Andrews of the Environmental Working Group and Sekira Mescal of Pesticide Action Network, urged action,…
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