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NH HB 398 requires PFAS disclosure in real estate transactions
New Hampshire HB 398 – PFAS Real Estate Disclosure RequirementNew Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES)New Hampshire, US
Announced
Jan 1, 2025
Effective
Jan 1, 2025
Implementation
Jan 1, 2025
Description
New Hampshire HB 398 requires home sellers to notify potential buyers about the possibility of PFAS water contamination prior to executing any contract for sale of real property. Sellers must alert buyers that PFAS have been found throughout New Hampshire exceeding state and federal standards, and inform them that testing can determine if water filtration systems are needed. PFAS was added to existing mandatory disclosure requirements alongside radon, lead, and arsenic. The requirement does not apply to rental properties.
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NH HB 398 requires PFAS disclosure in real estate transactions
[Skip to Main Content](#skip) [](/) Publications New Legislation Requires New Hampshire Home Sellers to Include PFAS Notification July 31, 2024 [Download to PDF](/epc/getStdDoc.aspx?newsid=3309) [Share to LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=) [Share to X/Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=) [Share to Email](mailto:?body=) AUTHOR: [Brian D.