An Act to protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS
This bill creates a PFAS Remediation Trust Fund to address contamination in Massachusetts drinking water, groundwater, soil, and other environmental media. It directly affects communities with PFAS pollution, including vulnerable environmental justice areas, private well owners, and public water systems. The fund provides grants for PFAS treatment, remediation, and outreach programs, prioritizing communities with limited resources. Money comes from settlements with PFAS manufacturers, other grants, and interest, with strict rules requiring repayment if responsible parties are later identified.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 5, 2026
Last action Jul 22, 2026
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Jul 22, 2026
Committee
Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending
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Jul 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a bill with the same title, see H5598
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Jan 5, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
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Jan 5, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on Public Health
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0 primary · 92 co-sponsors
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