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NYSDEC Proposes First-in-Nation PFAS Landfill Regulations
PFAS New YorkNew York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)New York
Announced
Jul 1, 2026
Description
NYSDEC proposed first-in-nation regulations designed to prevent PFAS contamination from landfills from entering waterways. The regulations represent a pioneering approach to controlling PFAS emissions from waste management facilities and protecting water resources.
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NYSDEC Proposes First-in-Nation PFAS Landfill Regulations
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