New Jersey secures up to $450M settlement with 3M for statewide PFAS contamination

New Jersey Attorney General and DEP Commissioner announced a historic settlement of up to $450 million with 3M for statewide PFAS contamination. The settlement resolves liability for the Chambers Works site (Pennsville/Carneys Point), Parlin site (Sayreville), Statewide PFAS Directive, and AFFF litigation. Payment structure includes $275-325 million (2026-2034), $125 million (2035-2050), plus additional funds for legal fees and NJ's leadership in PFAS abatement. Combined with prior DuPont settlements, New Jersey has secured approximately $840 million in corporate commitments for PFAS contamination.