This bill amends Florida Statutes to address the management and cleanup of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). It revises definitions related to PFAS, establishes liability protection for bona fide prospective purchasers of contaminated sites, and outlines the process for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to set and update statewide cleanup target levels for PFAS. The bill mandates that any updates to these levels must be ratified by the Legislature and requires the DEP to adopt interim screening values until the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizes standards for additional PFAS compounds. Additionally, it specifies the conditions under which prospective purchasers can qualify for liability protection and the timeframe for the DEP to review applications.

Furthermore, the bill creates a new section that prohibits fire service providers from using Class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals after January 1, 2027, except in specific emergency situations. It clarifies that this prohibition does not affect the manufacturing or distribution of such foams and allows for the use of nonfluorinated alternatives for training or testing purposes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 1058 Filed: 376.91