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H7737

Modifies the definition of “intentionally added PFAS” to mean PFAS that are deliberately added during the manufacturing of a covered product to perform a specific function.

Introduced·2/12/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7737 modifies the definition of "intentionally added PFAS" in the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024.

Rhode Island H7737 amends the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 by changing the definition of "intentionally added PFAS." The bill specifies that "intentionally added PFAS" refers to PFAS deliberately added during the manufacturing of a covered product to perform a specific function. This definition includes any degradation byproducts of PFAS or PFAS that are intentional breakdown products of an added chemical. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Natural Resources Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 31

12:00 AM

House Environment and Natural Resources Hearing

History

Mar 31

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)

Feb 12

House

Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources