Illinois Bans PFAS in Firefighter Gear

Illinois bans PFAS in firefighter gear

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois firefighters will soon be protected by gear free of PFAS — toxic “forever chemicals” linked to cancer — under a new law signed by Gov. JBPritzker. The Deputy Chief Pete Bendinelli PFAS PPE Act sets a 2027 deadline for phasing out gear containing the chemicals, which are commonly used for water and heat resistance. Chuck Sullivan, president of the Associated Firefighters of Illinois, said the law is a major ste…

IL bans PFAS in firefighter gear by 2027, raising safety, market questions – Center Square

“As a legislator, I’m willing to sit down with the industry and firefighters if it turns out that non-PFAS gear is only rated for 400 degrees instead of 700. That’s a conversation we would need to have to understand the implications and determine the best path forward,” said state Sen. Neil Anderson.

IL bans PFAS in firefighter gear, raises safety, market questions

(The Center Square) – Illinois firefighters will soon be wearing protective gear free of PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” under a new state law supporters say will save lives but that also raises questions about costs and supply. Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the Deputy Chief Pete Bendinelli PFAS PPE Act, banning firefighter gear with PFAS starting in 2027. Supporters say it will help cut cancer risks, now the leading cause of firefighter deaths. Some …

IL bans PFAS in firefighter gear by 2027, raising safety, market questions

(The Center Square) – Illinois firefighters will soon be wearing protective gear free of PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” under a new state law supporters say will save lives but that