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Vermont Act 131 (S.25) - Regulation of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances and Other Chemicals

Policy Number
S.25 (Act 131)
Responsible Entity
General Assembly of the State of Vermont
Country
United States
State/Province
Vermont
Effective Date

Act 131 prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of cosmetics and menstrual products containing certain chemicals and chemical classes. It bans the manufacture, sale, and distribution of textiles containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) within Vermont. The Act also prohibits the installation of athletic turf fields containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. 

Toxic substances of concern include: 

  • Bisphenols;
  • Lead;
  • Triclosan;
  • PFAS;
  • Formaldehyde;
  • Phthalates.

Source: saferstates.org

Full Text of the Policy (Original Language)
https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2024/S.25
Full Text of the Policy (in English)
https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2024/Docs/BILLS/S-0025/S-0025%20Senat…
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