Maine LD407 prohibits the use of aqueous film-forming foam at the former Brunswick Naval Air Station starting January 1, 2026.
Maine LD407 bans the use of aqueous film-forming foam on properties leased or owned by the Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority, including the former Brunswick Naval Air Station, beginning January 1, 2026. This foam, which contains fluorinated surfactants, is a fire suppressant intended for extinguishing flammable liquid fires. The Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with enforcing this prohibition, except when the foam is being removed, abated, or remediated. This law aims to protect the environment and public health by reducing the presence of potentially harmful chemicals.
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