Connecticut 2021 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00011

Introduced
1/8/21  

Caption

An Act Concerning The Use Of Pfas In Firefighting Foams.

Impact

If enacted, Senate Bill 11 would have significant implications for state laws governing the use of hazardous substances in emergency services. By banning PFAS in firefighting foams, the bill would lead to a reevaluation of materials currently used in firefighting practices, potentially pushing for safer alternatives. The establishment of a take-back program would facilitate the safe disposal and management of existing PFAS foams, aiming to prevent further contamination of soil and water sources which are critical for public health.

Summary

Senate Bill 11 aims to address the environmental and health concerns associated with the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighting foams. The proposed legislation seeks to prohibit the use of PFAS in these foams, acknowledging their harmful effects on both human health and the environment. Additionally, the bill proposes establishing a take-back program for existing stocks of PFAS-containing firefighting foams, which underscores a proactive approach to mitigating the ongoing risks posed by these chemicals after their prohibition.

Contention

The introduction of SB 11 might encounter opposition from various stakeholders, particularly from industries involved in the production and distribution of PFAS-containing products. Critics may argue about the financial implications of transitioning to alternative firefighting foams, as well as the logistics and costs associated with implementing a state-run take-back program. However, proponents assert that the long-term health benefits and environmental protection justify the initial costs and challenges associated with such a transition, emphasizing the imperative to act on public health concerns related to PFAS exposure.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00292

An Act Concerning The Use Of Pfas In Certain Products.

CT HB05281

An Act Allowing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For Stipends Paid To Volunteer Firefighting Or Emergency Medical Services Personnel.

CT SB00290

An Act Concerning Minor Revisions To Environment Related Statutes.

CT SB00128

An Act Concerning Certain Flame Retardant Chemicals In Children's Products.

CT SB00274

An Act Concerning Opioids.

CT SB00422

An Act Concerning Firefighter Recruitment And Retention.

CT SB00436

An Act Concerning Revisions To The Freedom Of Information Act Concerning The Nondisclosure Of The Addresses Of Certain Public Agency Employees.

CT HB05327

An Act Revising Motor Vehicle Statutes Concerning Towing Occupied Vehicles And The Operation And Inspection Of School Buses.

CT HB05151

An Act Concerning Solar Licensing Exemptions.

CT SB00134

An Act Concerning The Legislative Commissioners' Recommendations For Minor And Technical Revisions To Statutes Concerning Consumer Protection.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.