H.B. No. 290 is a legislative bill aimed at regulating the production, sale, and use of agricultural products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Johnson County, Texas. The bill introduces new definitions for "perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances" and "sewage sludge" into the Agriculture Code. It establishes that any material classified as a commercial fertilizer that contains sewage sludge must adhere to specific concentration limits for various PFAS compounds, which are detailed in the bill. Manufacturers are required to send monthly samples of their products for independent analysis to ensure compliance with these limits.

Additionally, the bill creates a criminal offense for the unlawful distribution of products containing PFAS above the specified levels. Violators may face penalties ranging from a Class A misdemeanor to a state jail felony for repeat offenses. The bill emphasizes the importance of monitoring and regulating these substances to protect public health and the environment, with enforcement provisions included for recordkeeping and stop-sale orders. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Agriculture Code 63.001, Agriculture Code 63.002 (Agriculture Code 63)