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A proposed bill seeks to extend the deadline for PFAS reporting by manufacturers from January 1, 2026 to July 1, 2027. It also proposes clarification of “currently unavoidable uses” (CUU), which would allow PFAS use in certain essential applications such as medical, aerospace, electronics, and infrastructure. The proposal continues to maintain strict prohibitions on PFAS in selected consumer products (e.g., cosmetics, cookware, textiles) while introducing clearer exemptions for critical industries. Additionally, it outlines a future goal (by 2032) where PFAS would be broadly restricted unless classified as unavoidable.
HF 4257 is a 2026 legislative amendment proposed to delay Minnesota’s PFAS reporting deadline from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2027, for products manufactured after that date. It aims to clarify "Currently Unavoidable Uses" (CUU) by explicitly exempting essential industries—like semiconductors, electronics, and motor vehicles—from future sales bans. This bill provides manufacturers more time to map complex supply chains while ensuring critical industrial components remain compliant.
US EPA launches PFAS OUT initiative to support drinking water systems’ PFAS rule implementation
EPA announced the PFAS OUT initiative to proactively engage drinking water systems and provide implementation support (e.g., navigating technical assistance and funding resources) related to PFAS drinking water compliance planning. While not itself changing numeric standards, the initiative signals expanded implementation support activities that may affect utilities’ compliance readiness and coordination with EPA programs.
EPA releases draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) including PFAS as a contaminant group; public comment to open upon Federal Register publication
EPA announced the draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) for drinking water, which includes PFAS as a contaminant group (alongside other contaminant groups). The draft CCL 6 is a pre-regulatory Safe Drinking Water Act step used to prioritize research and potential future regulatory determinations. The announcement indicates a 60-day public comment period will open after Federal Register publication, and EPA expects the final CCL 6 to be signed by Nov. 17, 2026. Compliance teams should consider whether to submit comments (e.g., on PFAS grouping, occurrence data, analytical methods, and prioritization rationale) and monitor downstream impacts on monitoring and future MCL/regulatory determinations.
EPA launches PFAS OUT initiative to support drinking-water systems’ response to PFAS contamination
EPA announced the PFAS OUT (PFAS OUTreach) initiative to proactively engage public water systems and communities to reduce exposure to PFAS in drinking water and support implementation planning. While not a binding rule change, it is an official programmatic/implementation action that can affect compliance readiness by directing utilities to technical assistance, funding navigation, and implementation resources related to PFAS drinking water standards.
EPA updates PFAS destruction and disposal guidance
EPA issued an update to its PFAS destruction and disposal guidance. This affects how regulated entities and their contractors evaluate and document PFAS waste management approaches (e.g., selection of destruction/disposal technologies and related best practices/considerations). Compliance teams managing PFAS-containing wastes (from treatment residuals, remediation, manufacturing, or product stewardship programs) should review the updated guidance and align waste handling protocols, vendor specifications, and recordkeeping accordingly.
EPA releases common assumptions/default values used in TSCA new chemical risk assessments (transparency update)
EPA published documentation describing common assumptions (including default values) used in assessing new chemicals under TSCA, intended to increase transparency and improve the efficiency of the new chemicals review process. For PMN/SNUN submitters, this is actionable for aligning submissions with EPA’s stated assumptions to reduce follow-up information requests and better anticipate EPA’s exposure and hazard assessment approaches.
EPA releases draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) for public comment, including PFAS as a contaminant group
EPA announced the release of the draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which includes PFAS as a contaminant group (alongside other contaminant groups). This opens an SDWA pipeline step that can inform future regulatory determinations; compliance teams should monitor the comment process and potential downstream drinking water regulatory actions affecting PFAS.
CARB issues 15-day notice of modified text for proposed amendments to Advanced Clean Fleets and LCFS (public comment period opened)
CARB published a Notice of Public Availability of Modified Text ("15-day changes") for proposed amendments to the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) and Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) regulations. The notice summarizes proposed adjustments including removal of ePTO-related definitions/requirements (because related provisions were removed), definitional updates (e.g., good engineering judgement; Low-NOx ICE Vehicle), added flexibility to switch between ACF compliance options (ZEV Milestones vs. ZEV Purchase Schedule) until January 1, 2030 (with conditions), and revisions to ZEV purchase schedule timing (including language described as delaying a 100% ZEV purchase requirement from 2027 to 2030 for certain fleets). The notice also states that the Sept. 25, 2025 Board action repealed certain ACF fleet requirements (Drayage, High Priority, and Federal Fleet requirements). Compliance teams for affected fleets/fuel program participants should review the modified text and submit comments within the 15-day window.
EPA releases draft Contaminant Candidate List 6 (CCL 6) for public comment, listing PFAS as a contaminant group
EPA announced the release of the draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) for public comment. The draft list includes PFAS as one of the highlighted contaminant groups for evaluation under the Safe Drinking Water Act process. While CCL listing does not itself impose enforceable limits, it is a formal SDWA pipeline step that can drive monitoring/research priorities and can inform future regulatory determinations affecting drinking water compliance planning.
Massachusetts advances comprehensive PFAS product restrictions through S.3034 and H.4870
Companion bills S.3034 and H.4870 titled 'An Act to protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS' are advancing through the Massachusetts legislature. S.3034 was reported favorably by the Senate Public Health Committee on April 2, 2026 (replacing original S.1504). H.4870 was released from the Joint Committee on Public Health on January 5, 2026. The legislation proposes: (1) PFAS restrictions in carpets, rugs, car seats, children's products, cookware, fabric sprays, food packaging, personal care products, textiles, and upholstered furniture; (2) establishment of a PFAS Remediation Trust Fund; (3) manufacturer disclosure requirements for PFAS-containing products; (4) industrial discharge restrictions and monitoring requirements; and (5) prohibitions on Class B firefighting foam containing PFAS for testing/training. Compliance teams should monitor legislative progress and prepare for potential product reformulation and disclosure requirements.
EPA releases draft CCL 6 for public comment; PFAS included as a contaminant group
EPA announced the release of the draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) and indicated that Federal Register publication will open a 60-day public comment period. PFAS are included as a contaminant group in the draft CCL 6, which can influence future monitoring and drinking water regulatory actions under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Compliance teams should monitor the Federal Register notice and prepare to comment, as CCL decisions can drive downstream regulatory obligations.
EPA releases Draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) for public comment, including PFAS as a contaminant group
EPA announced release of the Draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) for public comment. The draft includes PFAS as one of the contaminant groups under consideration. While CCL inclusion does not create enforceable limits, it is a key SDWA prioritization step that can drive additional monitoring/research and future regulatory determinations and rulemaking that may affect water systems and PFAS compliance planning.
EPA issues draft CCL 6 for public comment including PFAS as a contaminant group
EPA published a news release announcing the draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6) and opened a public comment process. The draft list includes PFAS as a contaminant group, which can influence future drinking water regulatory determinations and monitoring priorities. Compliance teams should monitor the CCL 6 process and consider submitting comments, particularly if future SDWA actions could affect PFAS monitoring, treatment obligations, or product stewardship expectations.
ISO/IEC forms JTC 5 for international Digital Product Passport standards
A new international joint technical committee, ISO/IEC JTC 5 Digital Product Passport, was formed in Spring 2026. The committee's objective is to develop standards and deliverables for worldwide interoperable DPP implementations, addressing sectoral, systemic, regional, and use case-specific requirements. This initiative aims to prevent fragmentation from different national, regional, or sector-specific DPPs that are not aligned, supporting global interoperability of digital product passport frameworks.
CARB publishes 2025 LCFS Amendment Implementation FAQ
CARB published new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to assist regulated entities with implementation of the 2025 LCFS amendments. The FAQ addresses sustainability requirements under new subsection 95488.9(g), feedstock supplier compliance timelines, and other implementation questions following amendments that came into effect July 1, 2025.
EPA issues project-specific nonavailability waiver for Dallas Rural Water District (IL) fuel generators (DWSRF)
EPA issued a project-specific nonavailability waiver under BABA for Dallas Rural Water District (Illinois) covering specified fuel generators for a DWSRF project, based on EPA’s determination that BABA-compliant alternatives meeting the project specifications were not available. This waiver is compliance-relevant for award recipients and suppliers because it authorizes use of the covered generators for the identified project when meeting BABA documentation and procurement requirements.
EPA published 2026 Interim Guidance on destruction and disposal of PFAS and PFAS‑containing materials
EPA released the 2026 version of its Interim Guidance on the Destruction and Disposal of PFAS and materials containing PFAS. Although non-binding, this guidance is widely used to inform compliant waste management practices, technology selection (e.g., thermal treatment, landfilling, underground injection), procurement specifications, and risk management decisions for PFAS-contaminated wastes and PFAS-bearing materials.
European Commission posted updated RoHS exemptions tracker (“Exemptions list: Validity and rolling plan – Feb 2026”)
The European Commission published a refreshed operational tracking spreadsheet for EU RoHS Annex III/IV exemptions (“RoHS 2 exemptions – Validity and rolling plan”, February 2026 version). While not itself a legal act, the tracker is an authoritative Commission-maintained reference used by compliance teams to monitor exemption validity periods, upcoming expirations, and renewal pipeline status (e.g., exemptions marked as requested for renewal). This update can trigger internal compliance actions such as BOM exemption mapping updates, redesign/sourcing plans for exemptions nearing expiry, and verification that renewal applications were submitted in time to maintain continuity under RoHS renewal rules.
European Commission published updated RoHS exemptions tracker spreadsheet (“Exemptions list: Validity and rolling plan – Feb 2026”)
The European Commission (DG ENV) published an updated spreadsheet titled “Exemptions list: Validity and rolling plan – Feb 2026” (published on 31 March 2026). While not a legislative amendment, it is an official operational compliance artifact used to track EU RoHS Annex III/IV exemption validity/expiry dates and the rolling plan for assessments/decisions. Compliance teams can use it to identify upcoming exemption expiries, align redesign and qualification timelines, and monitor renewal/decision pipelines for exemptions relied upon in products placed on the EU market.
European Commission published updated RoHS exemptions tracker spreadsheet (“Exemptions list: validity and rolling plan – Feb 2026”)
The European Commission published an updated operational tracking spreadsheet for EU RoHS Annex III/IV exemptions (“Exemptions list: validity and rolling plan – Feb 2026”). This tool is used by compliance teams to monitor which exemptions are currently valid, which are approaching expiry, and the Commission’s rolling plan view of expected exemption actions. While not itself a legal amendment, it is an authoritative compliance-planning reference for exemption status monitoring and horizon scanning.