HB2487Introduced in the House
EPA-COAL TAR SEALANT BAN
Introduced by Janet Yang Rohr, District 41
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Bans the sale at wholesale or retail, beginning October 1, 2026, of coal tar sealant products labeled as containing coal tar and designed to be applied on driveways or parking areas. Bans the application on driveways or parking areas, beginning October 1, 2027, of coal tar sealant products labeled as containing coal tar and designed to be applied on driveways or parking areas. Provides that a person may request an exemption by submitting a written request to the Director of the Environmental Protection Agency who may grant the request if the person is involved in certain types of research and the coal tar sealant product is required for the research. Provides that units of local government may adopt ordinances that incorporate by reference and provide for the enforcement of the provisions of this amendatory Act, with certain support from the Environmental Protection Agency. Defines terms.
Where it stands
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
March 21, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Janet Yang Rohr
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Energy & Environment Committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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