What does Preamble of Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act do?

This bill seeks to exempt certain entities from liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980. The exemption pertains to releases of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. The bill includes provisions for other purposes, though these are not specified in this section.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act.

What does EXEMPTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES FROM of Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act do?

This section defines terms related to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and entities involved in water and wastewater treatment. It establishes an exemption from liability under CERCLA for 'protected entities' regarding the release of 'covered perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances'. Protected entities include public water systems, treatment works, municipalities with stormwater discharge permits, wholesale water agencies, and contractors performing related management or disposal activities. The exemption is conditional, applying only if the protected entity's activities are consistent with applicable laws and occur during or following water conveyance or treatment under federal or state law. Activities covered include biosolids management, effluent discharge, release of water treatment residuals, and water storage for conservation or reclamation. Liability is not precluded if the protected entity acted with gross negligence or willful misconduct.

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Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act

Last updated: 2/12/2025 · Introduced: 2/12/2025

Author: Marie Perez (D-WA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill shields public water systems and related entities from liability under CERCLA for the release of PFAS, provided their actions comply with federal and state laws.
The exemption applies to activities like biosolids management, effluent discharge, and water storage related to water conveyance or treatment.
The liability protection does not extend to instances of gross negligence or willful misconduct by protected entities.

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