PFAS (Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances), commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” are of grave concern and should not be introduced through pesticides into the environment, our homes, and crop production. PFAS are found in many pesticides used in homes, emergency rooms, health care facilities, schools, and lawncare. Under Maryland's definition of PFAS, they also are active ingredients in 1,000 pesticides used in the state, contaminating our homes and gardens, food, water, and soil.

>>Tell your Delegate to protect Marylanders and eliminate PFAS pesticides in our state—vote for HB 1190!

PFAS is a group of harmful chemicals that stay in our bodies forever and are associated with serious illnesses such as cancer, reproductive damage, endocrine disruption, and developmental issues in children. In every case, there are natural practices and products that do not harm people and the environment.  

The Maryland General Assembly is considering a ban of PFAS pesticides. HB 1190 is a commonsense bill prohibiting by June 1, 2025 the sale and by December 31, 2025 the use of pesticides with PFAS as an active ingredient. 

Your Delegate needs to hear from you about how important it is for Maryland to adopt this legislation. Please contact your Delegate TODAY!  

Click here for written testimony from Beyond Pesticides in support of HB 1190!

"If the intent was to spread PFAS contamination across the globe, there would be few more effective methods than lacing pesticides with PFAS.” — Kyla Bennett, Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) science policy director and attorney; scientist formerly with EPA.

>>Tell your legislators to protect Marylanders and eliminate PFAS pesticides in our state—vote for HB 1190. 

The targets for this Action are the Maryland State House delegates, including members of the Health and Government Operations Committee and the Public Health and Minority Health Disparities Subcommittee.

Thank you for your active participation and engagement!