2020 Maryland Statutes
Environment
Title 6 - Toxic, Carcinogenic, and Flammable Substances
Subtitle 16 - Pfas Chemicals
Section 6-1603 - Prohibition on Foam Containing Intentionally Added Pfas Chemicals

Universal Citation:
MD. Environment Code Ann. § 6-1603 (2020)
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    On or after October 1, 2021, Class B fire–fighting foam that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals may not be used for:

        (1)    Testing purposes, including calibration testing, conformance testing, and fixed–system testing unless:

            (i)    The use is required by law or by the agency having jurisdiction over the testing facility; and

            (ii)    The testing facility has implemented appropriate containment, treatment, and disposal measures to prevent releases of foam into the environment; or

        (2)    Training purposes.

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