Massachusetts Bans Toxic PFAS in Firefighters' Gear

Governor Healey signs groundbreaking bill to eliminate harmful chemicals from protective equipment, aiming to reduce cancer risks among firefighters.

The new law requires manufacturers to disclose PFAS presence in gear starting January 2025.
By January 2027, selling gear with intentionally added PFAS to fire departments will be prohibited.
PFAS chemicals, linked to various cancers, have been used in firefighting gear for their heat resistance.
Massachusetts' legislation is considered the strongest in the nation regarding PFAS in firefighter equipment.
Advocates emphasize the need for broader action to remove PFAS from everyday consumer products.