This bill establishes regulations concerning the use and distribution of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), which contains perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). It creates a new section in Florida Statutes, 376.911, that defines AFFF and outlines a phased prohibition on its use, sale, and possession. Starting July 1, 2026, AFFF will be banned for nonemergency training and testing, and entities must report their inventories to the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). By July 1, 2027, the sale and distribution of AFFF will be prohibited, and entities must submit disposal plans for any remaining inventory. Finally, by July 1, 2028, possession and use of AFFF will be entirely banned, with certain exceptions for federal aviation facilities, military applications, and emergency situations.

Additionally, the bill amends section 403.086 to require public entities that dispose of domestic wastewater biosolids to conduct annual sampling for PFAS and report the results to the DEP. The department is tasked with adopting rules for the containment and disposal of AFFF, maintaining a registry of alternative firefighting foams, and providing technical assistance and grants to facilitate the transition to safer products. Violations of this act may result in civil penalties and the DEP is authorized to seek injunctive relief to ensure compliance. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.