Permits fire departments to use certain Class B firefighting foam for one year after prohibition takes effect.*

This bill extends the deadline for New Jersey fire departments to stop using firefighting foam containing PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) from January 1, 2027, to January 1, 2028. It appropriates $500,000 from the General Fund to the Department of Environmental Protection to fund a grant program that reimburses municipalities for replacing PFAS-containing firefighting foam with safer alternatives. The funding is intended to help local governments transition to PFAS-free foam that complies with existing regulations. This extension and financial support aim to facilitate the switch to safer firefighting equipment while providing time for necessary equipment upgrades.