HB2516

Illinois HB2516 bans the sale of products containing intentionally added PFAS starting January 1, 2026.

Illinois HB2516 amends the PFAS Reduction Act to prohibit the sale of products containing intentionally added PFAS, including cookware, cosmetics, dental floss, juvenile products, menstrual products, intimate apparel, and food packaging. The ban takes effect on January 1, 2026. Violators face civil penalties of up to $5,000 for the first offense and $10,000 for subsequent offenses. The bill also defines terms such as "PFAS," "cookware," "cosmetics," and "juvenile product." Enforcement is handled by the Attorney General or the State's Attorney of the county where the violation occurs.