Prohibits the sale of playground surfacing materials that contain PFAS, PAHs or more than ninety parts per million of lead; and provides penalties for violations

Summary

The bill makes it illegal to sell any playground ground‑cover material in New York that contains the chemicals PFAS, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), or lead above a level the state will determine. Sellers can avoid liability only with a signed manufacturer certificate proving compliance. Violations can be fined up to $1,000 per day, rising to $2,500 for a second offense, and may be enjoined.

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