Exempts water and wastewater treatment facilities from liability for PFAS releases under CERCLA.

The Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act aims to exempt certain entities from liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 for releases of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Specifically, it protects public water systems, treatment works, municipalities, political subdivisions, special districts, and contractors involved in managing or disposing of PFAS. This protection applies if the activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and during water conveyance or treatment.

Exempts water and wastewater treatment facilities from liability for PFAS releases under CERCLA.

The Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act aims to exempt certain entities from liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 for releases of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Specifically, it protects public water systems, treatment works, municipalities, political subdivisions, special districts, and contractors involved in managing or disposing of PFAS. This protection applies if the activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and during water conveyance or treatment.