The bill, Substitute House Bill No. 7120, amends the existing law regarding grants for the removal of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from fire apparatus. It repeals and replaces subdivision (10) of subsection (b) of section 41 of public act 23-204, increasing the grant eligibility to include independent fire companies and state agencies, in addition to municipalities. The bill also allows for reimbursement for PFAS removal that occurred prior to July 1, 2023. The total funding allocated for this purpose remains at $3 million for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

Furthermore, the bill ensures that any unspent funds from this allocation at the end of fiscal year 2025 will be carried forward into fiscal year 2026, allowing the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to continue providing grants for the same purposes. This provision aims to facilitate ongoing efforts to address PFAS contamination in fire apparatus, with an estimated $1.5 million expected to remain unspent by the end of FY 25. The bill is effective upon passage and has received favorable votes from both the Public Safety and Security Committee and the Appropriations Committee.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 7-313o
PS Joint Favorable Change of Reference: 7-313o