PFAS Chemicals - Civil Actions and Prohibition on Consumer Product Sales

HB 1112 extends the time limit for filing lawsuits related to PFAS chemical exposure, allowing claims to be filed within 10 years of exposure or 3 years after discovering the injury, whichever is sooner. It also prohibits the sale of consumer products containing PFAS chemicals in Maryland starting July 1, 2026. The bill directly affects individuals seeking compensation for PFAS-related health issues and businesses manufacturing or selling such products. Key provisions include updated legal deadlines for civil actions and a clear ban on PFAS in consumer goods not already regulated under other environmental or health laws. The law takes effect October 1, 2025, with the sales prohibition beginning in 2026.