HB272

Regards food dyes, PFAS, fluoride, and certain substance releases

Introduced·5/13/25
Introduced Text

Ohio HB272 regulates food dyes, PFAS, fluoride, and chemical releases.

Ohio HB272 prohibits the sale of certain products containing intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) starting January 1, 2028. Affected products include carpets, cleaning products, cosmetics, and more. Manufacturers must submit product information to the director of environmental protection. The bill also bans specific food dyes and additives, restricts atmospheric chemical releases for weather modification, and revises fluoride regulations for public water systems. Violations carry civil penalties.

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Calendar

Mar 17

4:15 PM

House General Government Robb Blasdel, 2nd Hearing PS

Mar 3

4:15 PM

House General Government Robb Blasdel, 2nd Hearing PS

History

May 14, 2025

House

Referred to committee: General Government

May 13, 2025

House

Introduced