This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for the use, manufacture, distribution, and sale of consumer products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Iowa, with a compliance deadline set for January 1, 2026. It prohibits the intentional addition of PFAS in specific products such as food packaging, Class B fire fighting foam, and personal protective equipment for fire fighting, while allowing exceptions for products imported or acquired before this date and those required by federal law. Additionally, local governments and state agencies are restricted from using PFAS-containing Class B fire fighting foam for training purposes, with certain exceptions. Manufacturers are required to submit detailed information about their PFAS-containing products to the state director by the same deadline.

The bill outlines a phased approach to banning products with intentionally added PFAS, with a broader prohibition set to take effect on January 1, 2032, unless the use of PFAS is deemed unavoidable. The environmental protection commission (EPC) is granted the authority to expand the list of prohibited products and establish implementation rules. Manufacturers may incur fees to cover compliance costs, and violations of the bill are classified as simple misdemeanors, subject to fines or confinement. Notably, the bill does not apply to federally regulated products, used items, certain medical devices, or applications overseen by the FDA.