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Rhode Island H7734 amends Consumer PFAS Ban Act with product exemptions
On June 19, 2026, Governor Dan McKee signed House Bill H7734, amending the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024. Key amendments include: (1) broadened definition of 'product' covering more consumer goods; (2) new exemption pathways for certain products; (3) refined enforcement mechanisms. The amendments provide regulatory clarity for manufacturers while maintaining PFAS restrictions with phased implementation dates including January 1, 2027 for covered products and January 1, 2029 for artificial turf and outdoor apparel for severe wet conditions. Compliance teams should review the expanded product scope and new exemption criteria to determine applicability.
EU enforcement testing reveals RoHS compliance failures in electronic products
The European Commission published results from enforcement testing of electronic products for hazardous substances restricted under the EU RoHS Directive. Of 319 samples tested, elevated lead levels were detected in 82 samples (primarily in solder points), plasticisers (DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIBP) in 51 samples (mainly in soft PVC cable insulation and plugs), and brominated flame retardants (PBB, PBDE) in 5 samples (hard plastic components). The testing demonstrates active enforcement surveillance and highlights ongoing compliance risks in electronic component supply chains, particularly for solder materials, cables, and accessories.
HUD Issues RFI on BABA Products for Housing Programs
HUD published a Request for Information seeking public input on the availability of domestically manufactured products used in HUD-assisted housing construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair projects. The RFI requests information on domestic production availability of BABA-compliant products, product categories used in housing programs, and additional considerations. Comments are due by July 20, 2026. This information will support HUD's implementation of Buy America Preference requirements under BABA for federal financial assistance programs.
HUD Issues RFI on Products for Housing Programs Under BABA
HUD published a Request for Information seeking public input on products and categories of products used in housing programs pursuant to the Build America, Buy America Act. The RFI sought information on domestic production capabilities, BABA compliance considerations, and additional factors for identifying BABA-compliant products. The comment period has closed with 140 comments received. This information gathering will inform HUD's future policy decisions on BABA implementation for housing programs.
Public Comment Period Extended for NSRL Proposals
At the request of the Personal Care Products Council, OEHHA has extended the public comment period for proposed No Significant Risk Levels (NSRLs) for 1-bromopropane and diethanolamine under Title 27, California Code of Regulations, section 25705(b)(1). NSRLs establish safe harbor levels below which businesses are not required to provide Proposition 65 warnings for exposures to listed carcinogens.
BIS reaches $36M enforcement settlement with Robert Bosch GmbH for Huawei shipments
BIS reached a $36 million administrative enforcement settlement with Robert Bosch GmbH for violations pertaining to shipments of MEMS sensor products and automotive software to Huawei without required licenses. The violations involved Foreign Direct Product Rule violations. Bosch filed a Voluntary Self-Disclosure and cooperated with the investigation, which was considered in the penalty determination.
MassDEP issues guidance for water suppliers on EPA PFAS proposed rules
MassDEP published a Q&A fact sheet for public water suppliers clarifying how EPA's proposed PFAS rescission rule and compliance extension would affect Massachusetts water systems. The guidance confirms Massachusetts' PFAS6 MCL of 20 ppt combined (for PFOS, PFOA, PFHxS, PFNA, PFHpA, PFDA) remains in effect regardless of federal changes, and explains options for seeking PFOA/PFOS compliance deadline exemptions through 2031. The guidance notes that most Massachusetts PFAS exceedances result from PFAS6 levels above the state's 20 ppt standard, demonstrating Massachusetts' standards are often more protective than federal limits.
EPA Releases Draft TSCA Documents for Five Chemicals Review
EPA is advancing its TSCA review of five chemicals by releasing draft technical support documents for peer review and public comment. The chemicals are: 1,1,2-trichloroethane, TBBPA (tetrabromobisphenol A), 1,2-dichloropropane, and two additional chemicals. These documents support ongoing risk evaluations under TSCA Section 6. Manufacturers, processors, and other stakeholders should review and provide input during the peer review and comment period.
Prop 65 NSRL Modification Proposal Open for Comment Through July 2, 2026
OEHHA opened a 15-day public comment period on proposed modifications to adopt No Significant Risk Levels (NSRLs) for diethanolamine (dermal route) and 1-bromopropane under Proposition 65. The proposal was originally issued August 22, 2025, with modifications now subject to comment through July 2, 2026. Compliance teams should review exposure scenarios for these chemicals and submit comments if applicable.
NJDEP formally adopts site remediation standards for PFNA, PFOA, PFOS, and GenX
NJDEP has formally adopted site remediation standards for four PFAS compounds: PFNA, PFOA, PFOS, and GenX (HFPO-DA). These standards establish cleanup requirements for contaminated sites under New Jersey's site remediation program. The adoption creates binding compliance obligations for responsible parties conducting remediation of PFAS-contaminated properties in New Jersey, supplementing existing groundwater and drinking water standards with specific cleanup criteria.
TBBPA TSCA Risk Evaluation Opens for Public Comment
EPA published a notice of availability and request for comment on the TBBPA (4,4′-(1-Methylethylidene)bis[2,6-dibromophenol], CASRN 1163-19-5) risk evaluation under TSCA Section 6. TBBPA is a brominated flame retardant used in electronics, plastics, and other applications. The comment period ends August 17, 2026. Stakeholders should submit comments on the draft risk evaluation to inform EPA's final determination.
Commission outlines timeline for PFAS restriction after ECHA assessment
The European Commission has outlined the next steps for the universal PFAS restriction. Once ECHA delivers its final scientific assessment by the end of 2026, the Commission will present a restriction proposal aimed at minimising PFAS emissions. The Commission will also consider a ban on PFAS in consumer goods. For industrial applications, continued use may be permitted for critical uses where adequate alternatives are not yet available, but only under strict conditions and time-limited derogations.
Minnesota Excludes Pre-July 2023 Products from PFAS Reporting
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency guidance states that products manufactured before July 1, 2023 are excluded from PFAS Minnesota reporting. Initial reports are due September 15, 2026. This changes reporting scope by manufacturing date and should be reviewed separately from any reporting-deadline update.
UK updates closed loop packaging waste exemption registration guidance
Updated guidance on the closed loop packaging waste exemption under the UK's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging scheme. The update includes changes to the page title, the process for registering for closed loop packaging waste, registration fees, and registration deadlines. The regulations are now in force, allowing producers managing closed loop recycling systems to apply for exemption from standard EPR disposal fees.
EU Commissioner outlines universal PFAS restriction timeline
On June 15, 2026, Commissioner Roswall held stakeholder talks on PFAS-related challenges, confirming the Commission's commitment to a universal PFAS restriction. The Commission stated that ECHA is expected to deliver its final scientific assessment by the end of 2026, after which the Commission will present a restriction proposal aimed at minimising PFAS emissions. The Commission is considering a ban on PFAS in consumer goods, while industrial applications may continue for critical uses where adequate alternatives are not available. EU Innovation and Substitution Hubs were launched in March 2026 to identify alternatives.
RI S2799 Proposes Consumer PFAS Ban Act Amendments
The Rhode Island General Assembly approved Senate Bill 2799 on June 11, 2026, proposing amendments to the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 (R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-18.18). Key amendments include: (1) clarifying enforcement provisions for the Department of Environmental Management (DEM); (2) authorizing DEM to join a multijurisdictional clearinghouse to assist in administering PFAS product compliance; and (3) granting DEM authority to issue exemptions for certain products. The bill awaits the Governor's signature. Existing product prohibition deadlines remain in effect, including the January 1, 2027 ban on cookware, cosmetics, carpets, fabric treatments, juvenile products, menstrual products, ski wax, textile articles, and firefighting personal protective equipment containing intentionally added PFAS.
SEAC deadline extended 90 days for PFAS restriction opinion
The deadline for the Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) to adopt its final opinion on the universal PFAS restriction proposal has been extended by 90 days under Article 71(3) of REACH. The draft final opinion will now be tabled for adoption at SEAC-73. This extension affects the timeline for the EU-wide PFAS restriction process, with SEAC now expected to adopt its final opinion by the end of 2026.
CARB permanently adopts Emergency Vehicle Emissions Regulations
The California Air Resources Board permanently adopted the Emergency Vehicle Emissions Regulations that were initially adopted in 2025 as a temporary measure after the federal government purportedly disapproved California's waivers for newer vehicle emissions regulations, including Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II) and Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Omnibus (Omnibus). The amendments clarify that California's earlier vehicle emission standards remain in effect. Manufacturers may continue to seek CARB certification to pre-ACC II/Omnibus standards, may voluntarily comply with ACC II/Omnibus requirements, and voluntary compliance provides regulatory certainty and may benefit state procurement preferences. California is challenging federal actions in court.
EPA proposes TSCA SNURs Batch 26-1 for chemical substances
The EPA has proposed Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) under TSCA Section 5 for chemical substances that were the subject of premanufacture notices (PMNs) and TSCA Orders. The SNURs would require persons intending to manufacture or process these chemical substances for activities designated as significant new uses to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. This is Batch 26-1 of proposed SNURs.
OEHHA releases draft IUR for acrolein for public review
OEHHA released a draft document for public review that summarizes the carcinogenicity data and derives a cancer inhalation unit risk factor (IUR) for acrolein under Proposition 65. The IUR is a quantitative value used to calculate cancer risk from inhalation exposure, which helps businesses determine whether Proposition 65 warnings are required for products or activities involving acrolein exposures.