This bill aims to prohibit the use of regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in menstrual products, which are defined to include items such as tampons, sanitary pads, menstrual cups, and underwear, both disposable and reusable. The legislation specifies that regulated PFAS are those intentionally added to products for functional purposes or those present at levels of 10 parts per million or higher, as measured in total organic fluorine. Manufacturers are barred from selling or distributing menstrual products containing these substances, and the Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with establishing a testing system to monitor compliance.

Violations of this bill would be classified as unlawful practices under the Consumer Fraud Act, subjecting offenders to penalties, including fines of up to $10,000 for first offenses and $20,000 for subsequent offenses. The bill also allows for additional legal actions, such as cease and desist orders and the potential for punitive damages. The law is set to take effect 18 months after its enactment, although the commissioners of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Health may initiate preparatory administrative actions beforehand.