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New Hampshire Enacts HB 167-FN Expanding PFAS Ban to Wax Products
On May 14, 2025, Governor Ayotte signed HB 167-FN (Chapter 19) into law, amending RSA 149-M:64 to add ski, boat, surfboard, bodyboard, and skimboard waxes containing intentionally added PFAS to the state's consumer product prohibition. The ban takes effect January 1, 2027, alongside the broader PFAS consumer products restrictions established under HB 1649. These wax products, historically used for water and friction resistance, are now identified as significant contributors to PFAS contamination in snowmelt, lakes, and watersheds.
EPA announces it will keep PFOA/PFOS MCLs and intends to extend compliance deadline and reconsider other PFAS determinations
EPA announced it will retain the National Primary Drinking Water Regulation maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for PFOA and PFOS, but intends to extend the compliance timeline (EPA states it plans to propose extending the deadline to 2031, with a final rule targeted for Spring 2026). EPA also announced its intent to rescind and reconsider regulatory determinations/regulations for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture approach (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA, PFBS). Compliance teams for public water systems and supporting suppliers should monitor for proposed and final rulemaking that may alter implementation timelines and scope for PFAS drinking water compliance obligations.
EPA announces intent to keep PFOA/PFOS MCLs while extending compliance deadline and reconsidering other PFAS determinations
EPA announced it will retain the National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for PFOA and PFOS, but intends to extend the compliance date to 2031 (via future rulemaking that EPA stated it plans to propose “this fall” and finalize in Spring 2026). EPA also stated its intent to rescind and reconsider regulatory determinations/elements for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture approach (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA, and PFBS). Compliance teams supporting public water systems and affected suppliers should monitor for the forthcoming proposal, reassess compliance project timelines, and track potential scope changes to regulated PFAS under the NPDWR.
EPA announces intent to extend PFAS NPDWR compliance timeline to 2031 while keeping PFOA/PFOS MCLs and reconsidering other PFAS components
EPA announced it will maintain the National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for PFOA and PFOS, but plans to undertake a rulemaking to extend the compliance deadline to 2031 (from 2029). EPA also stated its intent to rescind and reconsider regulatory determinations/regulations for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture approach (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA, PFBS). This signals a forthcoming change to drinking-water compliance timelines and potentially the scope/structure of PFAS drinking-water requirements, affecting public water systems and entities supporting monitoring/compliance.
EPA states it will keep PFOA/PFOS MCLs but intends to extend compliance deadlines, add an exemption framework, and reconsider other PFAS components
EPA announced (and reiterated on its PFAS drinking water rule page) that it will maintain the existing NPDWR maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for PFOA and PFOS, but intends to pursue rulemaking to extend the PFOA/PFOS compliance deadlines and establish a federal exemption framework. EPA also stated its intent to rescind and reconsider the NPDWR components for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture (PFHxS+PFNA+HFPO-DA+PFBS), citing process considerations under SDWA. Compliance teams supporting public water systems and primacy agencies should monitor for the forthcoming proposed and final rulemaking because it may change compliance timelines and potentially the regulated PFAS set beyond PFOA/PFOS.
EPA announces it will keep PFOA/PFOS MCLs and intends to extend PFAS NPDWR compliance timeline to 2031 while reconsidering other PFAS components
EPA announced it will keep the existing Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for PFOA and PFOS under the PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) and intends to propose extending the compliance date from 2029 to 2031. EPA also signaled it intends to rescind and reconsider the determinations/regulatory approach for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture (PFHxS+PFNA+HFPO‑DA+PFBS). This is an announced upcoming rulemaking direction and timeline shift (not a finalized deadline change yet), relevant to public water systems and affected stakeholders planning for compliance and potential changes to which PFAS are regulated under the NPDWR.
EPA announces intent to keep PFOA/PFOS MCLs while pursuing compliance extension and reconsidering/rescinding other PFAS components
EPA press communication states the agency will retain the maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for PFOA and PFOS under the PFAS NPDWR, while signaling planned rulemaking to extend the compliance timeline and to reconsider (including possible rescission) other PFAS components of the 2024 drinking water rule. Compliance teams should treat this as a policy/enforcement direction signal that may affect planning for monitoring, treatment deployment, and state primacy actions, while awaiting binding proposed/final rule text.
EPA PFAS Reporting Requirement (TSCA Section 8(a)(7)) - manufacturers and importers must submit a one-time PFAS report covering activities since 2011, with reporting opening in 2026.
Under TSCA Section 8(a)(7), the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires manufacturers (including importers) of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to submit one-time retrospective reports covering PFAS manufactured or imported since January 1, 2011. The rule aims to enhance federal oversight by collecting detailed information on PFAS production volumes, uses, exposure pathways, and potential environmental and human health impacts. Reporting opens April 13, 2026; submissions are due by October 13, 2026, with small manufacturers allowed until April 13, 2027
BIS rescinds AI Diffusion Framework before scheduled effective date
BIS announced the rescission of the Framework for Artificial Intelligence Diffusion on May 13, 2025, two days before its scheduled effective date of May 15, 2025. The Framework, issued as an interim final rule on January 15, 2025, would have established new worldwide licensing requirements for advanced semiconductors and advanced computing commodities under the EAR. The rescission removes the planned tiered country licensing framework and associated compliance obligations for AI chip exports. Exporters should monitor for potential replacement guidance or new rulemaking from BIS.
EPA Issues Interim Final Rule Changing TSCA PFAS Submission Period to April 2026
EPA issued an interim final rule amending the TSCA Section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting submission period. The submission period begins April 13, 2026 and ends October 13, 2026. Small manufacturers reporting exclusively as article importers have an alternate end date of April 13, 2027. The rule was effective immediately upon publication while accepting public comments through June 12, 2025.
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.
EPA extends/delays TSCA §8(a)(7) PFAS one-time reporting submission window (interim final rule)
EPA issued an interim final rule that delays the TSCA §8(a)(7) one-time PFAS reporting submission period. The submission window start moved from July 11, 2025 to April 13, 2026. EPA states most reporters must submit by Oct. 13, 2026, while small manufacturers reporting exclusively as PFAS article importers have until Apr. 13, 2027. Compliance teams should adjust internal data-collection and supplier engagement timelines for the 2011–2022 PFAS manufacture/import lookback accordingly.
EPA issues interim final rule extending TSCA 8(a)(7) PFAS submission deadlines
EPA issued an interim final rule extending the TSCA Section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting submission period. The rule provides additional time due to EPA's inability to conduct planned beta testing of the CDX reporting application. Under this interim rule, most manufacturers must submit reports by October 13, 2026, while small businesses reporting solely on PFAS contained in imported articles have until April 13, 2027.
Stockholm Convention Registers of Specific Exemptions updated to incorporate UV‑328 amendment while noting chlorpyrifos and MCCPs listing amendments not yet entered into force (as stated on register page)
The Stockholm Convention Secretariat’s Registers of Specific Exemptions page for Annex A chemicals indicates the register incorporates the UV‑328 amendment provisions, and separately notes that the amendments listing chlorpyrifos and MCCPs were not incorporated because they had not yet entered into force (per the register page statement). For compliance teams, this affects how exemptions and their availability are tracked in the Convention’s official register and helps determine which COP-adopted changes are reflected in the operational exemption registry.
LEED Deepens Alignment with EU Level(s) Framework and EU Taxonomy
LEED certification is strengthening its integration with the EU Level(s) framework and EU Taxonomy in the new version, helping European project teams simplify documentation requirements and align with EU buildings policies. This regional pathway enhances LEED's applicability in the European market by supporting concepts that Level(s) puts forward and promoting adoption of the framework.
COP‑12 adopts decisions to list chlorpyrifos, MCCPs and LC‑PFCAs (C9–C21) as new POPs in Annex A
At the twelfth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP‑12) to the Stockholm Convention, Parties adopted decisions to list (i) chlorpyrifos, (ii) medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs), and (iii) long-chain perfluorocarboxylic acids (LC‑PFCAs, C9–C21), their salts and related compounds, as new POPs under Annex A. This global decision drives subsequent national/regional implementation measures (e.g., import/export/manufacture prohibitions, product restrictions, and potential exemptions) and should be reflected in global product stewardship and trade compliance screening for regulated POPs content.
COP-12 adopts Annex A listings for chlorpyrifos, MCCPs and LC‑PFCAs; adds additional specific exemption for UV‑328
At the twelfth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP-12, 28 April–9 May 2025), Parties adopted decisions amending the Stockholm Convention annexes to (1) list chlorpyrifos in Annex A (elimination), (2) list medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs) in Annex A, and (3) list long-chain perfluorocarboxylic acids (LC‑PFCAs), their salts and related compounds in Annex A (and referenced as Annex A/C in the research summary). COP-12 also adopted an amendment for UV‑328 in Annex A to add an additional specific exemption. Compliance teams should treat these as new/updated global POP obligations that can trigger downstream national implementation measures (production/use prohibitions, trade controls, exemptions/allowed uses tracking) and supply chain due diligence for affected substances and articles.
Stockholm Convention COP-12 (2025) amends Annex A to list chlorpyrifos, MCCPs, and LC‑PFCAs; and adopts an additional specific exemption for UV‑328
The Stockholm Convention COP-12 (Geneva, 28 April–9 May 2025) adopted amendments to Annex A adding chlorpyrifos, medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs), and long-chain perfluorocarboxylic acids (LC‑PFCAs), their salts and related compounds as new POPs. COP-12 also adopted an amendment related to UV‑328 to add an additional specific exemption. Compliance teams should assess supply-chain and product impacts for these newly listed POPs and track any applicable exemptions and phase-out requirements as they are implemented domestically by Parties.
Stockholm Convention SC-12/14 Adds UV-328 Aircraft Exemption
At its twelfth meeting (COP-12, 28 April - 9 May 2025), the Conference of the Parties adopted decision SC-12/14 amending Part I of Annex A to add a new specific exemption for UV-328. The exemption covers: (1) water-seal tape for insulation blankets and decking on aircraft; and (2) polyurethane and polyamide adhesives, and polyurethane coatings for structural, mechanical, interior and electrical assemblies, and emergency, propulsion, environmental control, and flight control systems on aircraft. This exemption allows continued use of UV-328 in specified aircraft applications despite the substance's listing in Annex A. Compliance teams in the aerospace supply chain should review material specifications to determine if the exemption applies to their products.
SC-12/14: UV-328 Aerospace Exemption Added to Annex A
The Conference of the Parties at its twelfth meeting adopted decision SC-12/14 to amend Part I of Annex A to add a new specific exemption for UV-328. The exemption permits use in: water-seal tape for insulation blankets and decking on aircraft; and polyurethane and polyamide adhesives, and polyurethane coatings, for structural, mechanical, interior and electrical assemblies, and emergency, propulsion, environmental control, and flight control systems on aircraft. UV-328 is a UV absorber used in plastics and coatings to prevent UV degradation.