Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act of 2024

The Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act of 2024 establishes a 10-year phaseout of nonessential uses of PFAS chemicals (known as "forever chemicals") for manufacturers and users. The bill requires companies to report on their PFAS use, submit phaseout plans, and transition to safer alternatives, with specific timelines for different products: food packaging (1 year), cosmetics (2 years), and outdoor apparel for severe conditions (5 years). It creates a process to determine "essential uses" where safer alternatives aren't available, using scientific reviews by the National Academies. The legislation also establishes Centers of Excellence for PFAS detection and remediation and includes enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance.