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HB 6669

AN ACT CONCERNING GRANTS FOR THE REMOVAL OF PFAS FROM FIRE APPARATUS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Carol Hall and 1 co-sponsor

Connecticut bill establishing grant funding to help fire departments remove or replace PFAS-contaminated firefighting equipment and reduce water supply pollution.

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Bill Summary · HB 6669

Legislative bill overview

HB 6669 establishes a grant program to fund the removal or replacement of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from fire apparatus used by Connecticut fire departments. PFAS are synthetic chemicals commonly found in firefighting foams and equipment components that have been linked to contamination of water supplies and potential health risks. The bill would provide financial assistance to municipalities to upgrade their firefighting equipment.

Why is this important

PFAS contamination is a documented public health concern affecting groundwater and drinking water supplies across Connecticut and the nation. Fire departments have been identified as major sources of PFAS pollution due to their use of aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF) in training and emergency response. Without state support, individual municipalities may lack resources to remediate contamination or replace equipment, leaving communities exposed to contaminated water.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding source: The bill does not specify appropriation amounts or funding mechanisms, raising questions about budget impact and whether this represents new spending or reallocation
  • Scope limitations: Unclear whether grants would cover equipment replacement, remediation of contaminated sites, or both, and which fire departments would be eligible
  • Liability questions: May not address whether fire departments or manufacturers bear responsibility for cleanup costs, potentially shifting burden to taxpayers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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