HB356

An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Pfas In Firefighting Foam And Equipment.

Final Passage·6/30/26

Delaware HB356 prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of class B firefighting foam containing PFAS chemicals starting January 1, 2028.

Delaware HB356 amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code to prohibit the manufacture, sale, offer for sale, distribution for sale, or distribution for use in the state of class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals starting January 1, 2028. Manufacturers must notify purchasers about the presence of PFAS in firefighting personal protective equipment starting January 1, 2027. Manufacturers must also recall and reimburse purchasers for class B firefighting foam containing PFAS by March 1, 2028.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 21–0 · Jun 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Jun 30

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Jun 24

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Health & Social Services) in Senate with 7 On Its Merits

Jun 9

House

Passed By House. Votes: 35 YES 1 NO 5 ABSENT