This bill mandates that manufacturers of firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) provide written notice to purchasers at the time of sale. The notice must inform the purchaser that the equipment contains PFAS, explain the reason for its inclusion, and specify the types of PFAS present by both chemical and abbreviated names. This requirement will take effect one year after the bill's enactment. Additionally, both the manufacturer and the purchaser are required to retain a copy of this notice for at least three years from the date of purchase.

Violations of this requirement will be classified as unlawful practices under New Jersey's Consumer Fraud Act, which could result in significant penalties, including monetary fines of up to $10,000 for first offenses and $20,000 for subsequent offenses. The Attorney General may also issue cease and desist orders, and violators may face punitive damages, treble damages, and costs awarded to affected parties. This legislation aims to enhance transparency regarding the use of PFAS in firefighting PPE, thereby protecting the health and safety of firefighting personnel.