In 100 days, Minnesota plans to be free of ‘forever ... - MPR News
Sep 23, 2024 · State officials and local business leaders met on Monday to remind Minnesotans that in 100 days products with PFAS or “forever chemicals” will not be sold in stores or online.
Minnesota’s Ban on ‘Forever Chemicals’ Is America’s Strictest
Sep 25, 2024 · On January 1, 2025, the state of Minnesota will implement a sweeping ban on products that contain PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as “forever chemicals.”
Minnesota leaders mark 100 days until 'forever chemical' …
Sep 23, 2024 · With 100 days until a law aimed at removing PFAS from consumer products goes into effect, state leaders celebrate three Minnesota-based companies already offering goods made without PFAS.
Minnesota prepares for near-total ban on ‘forever chemicals’
May 9, 2023 · Minnesota is on the verge of banning non-essential uses of “forever chemicals.” And lawmakers say they are naming the legislation after a woman who spent the last months of her life campaigning for restrictions that will be some of the toughest in the country.
Far-reaching ban on ‘forever chemicals’ set to become Minnesota …
May 17, 2023 · Minnesota lawmakers are poised to adopt tough new regulations on the use of PFAS, known as "forever chemicals,” that will be the most restrictive in the nation.
3M gets final court approval for $12.5 billion ‘forever chemicals ...
Apr 1, 2024 · 3M will start paying out its $12.5 billion “forever chemicals” settlement with public water systems later this year after a federal judge gave final approval to the deal last week.
With Minnesota’s ‘forever chemical’ ban set to expand ... - InForum
Sep 24, 2024 · ST. PAUL — Minnesota will soon take another step to restrict the use of “forever chemicals” in an expanded list of consumer goods as the state moves toward a virtual ban by 2032.
Minnesota Legislature passes environment and energy package ... - CBS News
May 19, 2023 · ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Both chambers of the state legislature on Thursday approved a ban on so-called "forever chemicals" PFAS in consumer products, sending the bill to Gov. Tim Walz's desk for...
Hastings to receive 3M settlement money to treat 'forever chemicals'
Oct 11, 2024 · The city of Hastings will get help from the state of Minnesota’s settlement with 3M to pay to treat “forever chemicals” in its drinking water supply. All six of the city's wells contain PFAS,...
Minn. House committee advances legislation banning use of "forever …
Feb 15, 2023 · ST. PAUL, Minn. -- A proposal at the Minnesota House that cleared its first committee hurdle on Tuesday would prohibit use of what can be dangerous chemicals used in everyday products like...