SB 886 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the production, sale, and use of certain agricultural products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); creating a criminal offense.

SB 886 regulates PFAS chemicals in specific agricultural products used as fertilizers or soil amendments in Texas. It directly affects manufacturers of materials like sewage sludge, wastewater residuals, and biosolids (covered under Agriculture Code Section 63.002(a)(5)). The bill sets strict concentration limits for 17 PFAS chemicals (e.g., 900 parts per trillion for PFOA) and requires manufacturers to test monthly, self-test batches before sale, and dispose of non-compliant products. Violations can trigger stop-sale orders, permit suspensions, or criminal penalties for repeated failures. The law aims to limit PFAS exposure in agricultural systems through measurable limits and enforcement mechanisms.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 23, 2025 Last action Feb 13, 2025
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