Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF588

Introduced
2/25/25  

Caption

A bill for an act prohibiting the use, manufacture, distribution, and sale of consumer products containing certain chemicals and making penalties applicable.

Impact

If enacted, HF588 would significantly alter state laws regarding the sale of various consumer goods, including food packaging, cleaning products, and firefighting foam. It explicitly bans the sale of products containing intentionally added PFAS starting on January 1, 2026, with additional prohibitions scheduled for 2032. This gradual phase-out reflects a legislative recognition of the environmental and health risks associated with PFAS, which are known to be persistent in the environment and harmful to human health. Additionally, the bill empowers the Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) to add other products to this restriction, indicating a proactive approach to environmental regulation.

Summary

House File 588 aims to prohibit the use, manufacture, distribution, and sale of consumer products containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The bill outlines a framework requiring manufacturers to submit detailed information about their products containing PFAS by January 1, 2026, including descriptions of the products, their purposes, and specific quantities of PFAS present. The legislation sets stringent regulations intended to limit harmful chemicals in everyday consumer products, thereby enhancing public health and environmental protection.

Contention

The reactions surrounding HF588 reveal notable points of contention, particularly concerning the economic implications for manufacturers and the potential loss of product availability. Opponents may argue that this legislation could impose undue burdens on businesses that rely on certain formulations for product safety and performance, especially in sectors like health and home goods. Conversely, supporters highlight the bill's potential benefits to public health by addressing long-standing environmental concerns associated with PFAS, and they advocate for a shift toward safer alternatives in consumer products. The balance between regulatory oversight and economic impact will likely stimulate ongoing debate among stakeholders.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA HF62

A bill for an act prohibiting the use, manufacture, distribution, and sale of consumer products containing certain chemicals, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions.

IA HF338

A bill for an act relating to raw milk, by providing for the production of raw milk at certain dairies, the manufacture of products using raw milk, and the labeling and distribution of raw milk and manufactured products, and making penalties applicable.

IA SSB1107

A bill for an act relating to raw milk, by providing for the production of raw milk at certain dairies, the manufacture of products using raw milk, and the labeling and distribution of raw milk and manufactured products, and making penalties applicable.(See SF 315.)

IA SF2229

A bill for an act prohibiting political subdivisions from purchasing or acquiring certain fire fighting or fire-suppressing foam containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

IA SF315

A bill for an act relating to raw milk, by providing for the production of raw milk at certain dairies, the manufacture of products using raw milk, and the labeling and distribution of raw milk and manufactured products, and making penalties applicable. (Formerly SSB 1107.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

IA HF21

A bill for an act relating to nicotine solution products, including taxation of such products, making appropriations, and making penalties applicable.

IA HSB665

A bill for an act providing for the regulation of hemp and hemp products, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable.(See HF 2605.)

IA SSB3159

A bill for an act providing for the regulation of hemp and hemp products, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable.(See SF 2352.)

IA HF2376

A bill for an act prohibiting the use of a synthetic biological process to manufacture a food product, and providing penalties.

IA HF2605

A bill for an act providing for the regulation of hemp and hemp products, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable. (Formerly HSB 665.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

Similar Bills

NV SB173

Establishes provisions relating to the environment. (BDR 52-585)

NV SB76

Establishes provisions governing certain products that contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. (BDR 52-291)

NV SB76A

Establishes provisions governing certain products that contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. (BDR 52-291)

CA AB246

Product safety: menstrual products: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

CA SB903

Environmental health: product safety: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

IA HF62

A bill for an act prohibiting the use, manufacture, distribution, and sale of consumer products containing certain chemicals, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions.

CA AB1817

Product safety: textile articles: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

CA AB727

Product safety: cleaning products and floor sealers or floor finishes: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.