An Act establishing a moratorium on the procurement of structures or activities generating PFAS emissions

This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to stop approving new projects that would release perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, into the air. The law defines PFAS as a broad class of persistent chemicals and places a temporary ban on any new structures or activities that generate emissions containing these substances. This restriction remains in effect indefinitely until both the federal Environmental Protection Agency and relevant state agencies establish specific standards for safe PFAS concentrations. The measure aims to limit public exposure to these chemicals by preventing their introduction through new construction or industrial activities.