HF1869

HF1869 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Prohibitions of certain PFAS-containing firefighting foam at airport hangars delayed.

Related bill: SF2408

AI Generated Summary

This bill proposes delaying prohibitions on the use of class B firefighting foam containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at airport hangars in Minnesota. Currently, under state law, the manufacture, sale, distribution, or use of such foam is generally prohibited unless required by federal law.

Key provisions of the bill: - The prohibition on PFAS-containing firefighting foam does not apply to airports until the state fire marshal determines that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has provided policy guidance, listed fluorine-free alternatives in its Qualified Product Database, and confirmed the commercial availability of sufficient fluorine-free foam. - Until this determination is made, airport operators using PFAS-containing foam must submit an annual report on their transition to PFAS-free alternatives, foam disposal practices, and progress in meeting FAA requirements. - The bill extends the exemption for airport hangars from the PFAS foam prohibition until January 1, 2028. - Operators of airport hangars may apply for a one-year extension beyond this date if they demonstrate that additional time is needed due to circumstances beyond their control. - Any extension must be approved by the commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency and the state fire marshal, ensuring environmental and public safety protections.

In summary, the bill seeks to delay the enforcement of PFAS foam prohibitions at airport hangars and provide extensions if necessary while ensuring proper oversight by state agencies.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 04, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
March 04, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
March 05, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added
March 05, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Provides for a one-year extension for airport hangars to use PFAS-containing foam under certain conditions."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill delays prohibitions of PFAS-containing firefighting foam at airport hangars under section 325F.072, subdivision 3.",
      "modified": [
        "Conditions under which the prohibition does not apply have been adjusted, including specific dates and federal requirements."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "325F.072",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 3"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill references definitions related to airports as provided in section 360.013, subdivision 39.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "360.013",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 39"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Federal regulation requiring inclusion of PFAS chemicals in firefighting foam under certain circumstances.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "14 C.F.R. 139.317",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Federal aviation safety standards referenced to determine state regulations on firefighting foam.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "14 C.F.R. 139",
    "subdivision": ""
  }
]