HB2947: Relating to a study of PFAS in biosolids applied to land; declaring an emergency.
Legislative Summary
This Act directs OSU to study PFAS in biosolids that are spread on farm fields that do not produce crops for human food. (Flesch Readability Score: 69.4). Directs the Oregon State University Extension Service and the College of Agricultural Sciences of Oregon State University to study the distribution and occurrence of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) found in biosolids applied to agricultural fields that do not produce crops intended for human consumption. Directs the extension service and college to submit a final report to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to agriculture not later than September 1, 2028. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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Bill History
Amendments
House Committee On Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water Amendment #-1
House Committee On Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water (2025-03-19)