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EPA releases draft PFAS Abbreviated Data Reporting instructions and UCMR 5 PFAS data reprocessing notice to support PFAS NPDWR implementation
As part of PFAS NPDWR implementation support, EPA posted implementation updates including (1) a draft document for PFAS Abbreviated Data Reporting instructions and (2) a notice regarding release/reprocessing of UCMR 5 PFAS data and the SDWIS state upload process. These materials are relevant for public water systems and primacy agencies preparing monitoring/data submission and leveraging UCMR 5 data for compliance planning and administration under the PFAS drinking water rule.
September 2025 Prop 65 Enforcement Targets PFAS in Consumer Products
In September 2025, 509 Proposition 65 Notices of Violation were issued in California. PFOA and PFOS were specifically cited in enforcement actions targeting waterproof cosmetics, coated fabrics, and packaging materials, demonstrating heightened Prop 65 enforcement activity against PFAS-containing consumer products. Products cited include outerwear, rain jackets, baby bibs, shower curtains, umbrellas, bags, cosmetics, and paper straws. This enforcement trend underscores the need for manufacturers to ensure compliance with Prop 65 warning requirements for products containing listed PFAS chemicals.
BIS expands end-user controls to cover 50%-owned affiliates of listed entities
BIS expanded end-user controls to automatically extend Entity List, MEU List, and SDN List license requirements to non-U.S. entities owned 50% or more by listed parties. The 'Affiliates Rule' significantly expands the scope of restricted parties beyond explicitly named entities. IMPORTANT: This rule was suspended for one year effective November 10, 2025, with automatic snap-back scheduled for November 10, 2026.
EPA issues Sept 30, 2025 primacy extension request templates for state adoption of the 2024 PFAS NPDWR
EPA published primacy extension request documents (memo/templates) to support states, territories, and tribes in requesting additional time to adopt the 2024 PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) into their primacy programs. This is an implementation support update for drinking-water regulators and utilities; compliance teams should monitor primacy adoption timelines and any associated state-level implementation schedules tied to the NPDWR.
EPA releases primacy extension request documents/templates for 2024 PFAS NPDWR implementation
EPA published primacy extension request support materials (memo and templates) to help states/primacy agencies request additional time to adopt the 2024 PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR). The memo reiterates primacy timing mechanics (e.g., with an approved extension, primacy application packages are due no later than April 26, 2028; without an extension, due April 27, 2026 as noted in the memo). This is compliance-relevant for state drinking-water regulators and public water systems tracking state adoption/primacy timelines and associated implementation planning.
BIS revises firearms license requirements for civilian exports
BIS issued a final rule revising firearms export license requirements under the EAR. The rule includes provisions for Electronic Export Information (EEI) filing in the Automated Export System (AES), enabling BIS to fulfill conventional arms reporting requirements without separate submissions from exporters. The changes include paragraph restructuring, clarifying edits, and conforming changes related to new ECCNs added by the Firearms Interim Final Rule, improving regulatory clarity for firearms exporters.
EPA publishes primacy/implementation timeline and extension request materials for the PFAS NPDWR
EPA posted primacy extension request documents and related implementation materials for the PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR). The materials summarize key primacy/implementation milestones for states (including primacy revision package due dates and extension pathways) and provide templates/supporting documents to request primacy extensions. Compliance teams at water utilities and state primacy agencies should use these materials to plan regulatory adoption schedules, monitoring program build-out, and capital planning aligned to the NPDWR implementation timeline.
EPA Prioritizes TSCA New Chemical Reviews for Data Center Projects
EPA announced it will prioritize review of new chemicals under TSCA that are intended for use in data center projects or for manufacturing of covered components, as defined by Executive Order 14318. The prioritization applies to submissions received on or after September 29, 2025. This policy change aims to support American manufacturing and technological advancement by expediting reviews for data center-related chemicals.
EU establishes Dechlorane Plus exemptions under POPs Regulation 2025/1930
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1930 of 15 May 2025 amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 to establish specific derogations for Dechlorane Plus. The placing on the market and use of Dechlorane Plus is allowed for aerospace, space, and defense applications until February 26, 2030. This implements the Stockholm Convention Annex A listing for Dechlorane Plus with time-limited exemptions for critical industrial sectors that currently lack viable alternatives.
CARB Issues Advanced Clean Fleets 2025 Amendments Implementation Guidance
CARB published guidance for the 2025 Advanced Clean Fleets amendments, which provide increased flexibility for state and local government fleets. The guidance clarifies that CARB will emphasize education and outreach during the first reporting cycles of implementation, work with agencies on a case-by-case basis to address compliance issues, and evaluate how effectively the new flexibilities address implementation concerns. Fleet managers should use this guidance to understand compliance pathways and available flexibilities.
EU Delegated Regulation 2025/1930 adds Dechlorane Plus to POPs Regulation Annex I
The European Commission has adopted Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1930 adding Dechlorane Plus (CAS 13560-89-9 and related isomers) to Annex I Part A of the EU POPs Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2019/1021). This implements the Stockholm Convention listing of Dechlorane Plus into EU law. The substance, covering its anti- and syn-isomers individually or in combination, is now prohibited from manufacture, placing on the market, and use subject to specific exemptions. Compliance teams must assess supply chains for Dechlorane Plus in applications such as flame retardants in polymers and identify any applicable exemptions.
CARB publishes Advanced Clean Fleets 2025 Amendments compliance guidance
CARB issued implementation guidance for State and Local Government fleets subject to the Advanced Clean Fleets regulation following 2025 amendments. The guidance emphasizes education and outreach during initial reporting cycles, with CARB focusing on helping agencies understand reporting requirements, improved flexibility provisions, and exemption processes. CARB intends to work with agencies on a case-by-case basis to address implementation concerns and will apply lessons learned to evaluate future regulatory modifications.
NH receives first $8M PFAS settlement payment from 3M
New Hampshire received its first PFAS settlement payment of nearly $8 million from the 3M Company as part of a larger national settlement. The funds are designated for public drinking water systems affected by PFAS contamination. This represents New Hampshire's first payment from the multi-billion dollar national settlement with PFAS manufacturers.
CPPA/OAL approve finalized CCPA regulations package covering cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, and ADMT (plus updates to existing CCPA regs)
The CPPA announced approval of a major CCPA/CPRA regulations package (approved by OAL) that includes requirements and frameworks for cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, and rules governing automated decisionmaking technology (ADMT), along with updates to existing CCPA regulations. This is directly relevant to Vendor Cybersecurity & Data Privacy because these obligations commonly flow down into vendor/service-provider governance: businesses will need stronger documentation of cybersecurity programs, assessment processes, audit readiness, and risk management for processing activities often performed by vendors (e.g., cloud/SaaS processors). The CPPA announcement states an effective date of Jan 1, 2026, with staged compliance timelines referenced for audit certifications, risk assessment submissions/attestations, and ADMT significant-decision obligations.
EPA proposes revisions to TSCA procedures for chemical risk evaluation (risk evaluation ‘Framework Rule’)
EPA proposed amendments to the TSCA risk evaluation procedures rule (the ‘Framework Rule’) that governs how EPA conducts existing-chemical risk evaluations. The proposal (per EPA’s release) would adjust key procedural elements such as conditions-of-use determinations and other evaluation process components, and opens a public comment period. Compliance teams should assess how the proposed procedural changes could affect the scope, pace, and content of future TSCA risk evaluations relevant to their chemical portfolios and consider submitting comments.
EPA Proposes Changes to TSCA Chemical Risk Evaluation Procedures
EPA proposed changes to the 2024 Risk Evaluation rule that would ensure EPA can more efficiently and effectively protect human health and the environment while responding to public comments and concerns from other Federal agencies. The proposed amendments address the Framework Rule governing how EPA conducts risk evaluations for existing chemical substances under TSCA Section 6.
EPA proposes revisions to procedures for chemical risk evaluation under TSCA (Federal Register proposal dated Sept. 23, 2025)
EPA issued a proposed rule to amend procedures for conducting chemical risk evaluations for existing chemicals under TSCA. This proposal would revise the risk evaluation framework and could affect how companies plan for risk evaluation scope, data submissions, use categorization, and downstream risk management implications. Compliance teams should review the proposal and consider participating in the public comment process for impacts to ongoing and future TSCA risk evaluations.
EPA proposes revisions to procedures for conducting TSCA risk evaluations for existing chemicals (Framework Rule)
EPA announced a proposed rule to revise the process/procedures for conducting TSCA risk evaluations for chemicals already in commerce (existing chemicals), intended to increase efficiency and better protect health and the environment. The proposal opens a public comment period (duration described by EPA in the news release). Compliance teams should assess how potential changes could affect scope, pace, and data expectations for TSCA risk evaluations, and consider submitting comments via the associated docket if affected.
EPA proposes amendments to TSCA risk evaluation framework rule (procedures for chemical risk evaluation)
EPA announced a proposed rule to revise the procedures for conducting TSCA risk evaluations for existing chemicals (the TSCA risk evaluation framework/procedural rule). The proposal describes changes affecting how EPA makes risk determinations (including around conditions of use and exposure pathways), treatment of occupational exposure controls (e.g., PPE/engineering controls), and related procedural/definition updates. Companies with substances undergoing TSCA risk evaluation should assess potential impacts on evaluation scope and assumptions and consider submitting comments in the associated docket once the proposal is published in the Federal Register.
OEHHA proposes NSRL safe harbor levels for 1‑bromopropane and diethanolamine (dermal) and extends comment deadline
OEHHA issued a proposed rulemaking to amend Title 27, California Code of Regulations, section 25705 (No Significant Risk Levels for carcinogens) to add new safe harbor NSRLs: 1‑bromopropane at 54 µg/day and diethanolamine (dermal exposure only) at 6.4 µg/day. OEHHA also issued an extension notice moving the public comment deadline to November 7, 2025. If finalized, these NSRLs would affect Proposition 65 warning determinations and risk assessments for products or workplaces involving these substances, particularly for dermal exposure scenarios for diethanolamine.