New Jersey secures up to $450M settlement with 3M for statewide PFAS contamination | Certivo Regulations

New Jersey secures up to $450M settlement with 3M for statewide PFAS contamination

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New Jersey Attorney General and DEP Commissioner announced a historic settlement of up to $450 million with 3M for statewide PFAS contamination. The settlement resolves liability for the Chambers Works site (Pennsville/Carneys Point), Parlin site (Sayreville), Statewide PFAS Directive, and AFFF litigation. Payment structure includes $275-325 million (2026-2034), $125 million (2035-2050), plus additional funds for legal fees and NJ's leadership in PFAS abatement. Combined with prior DuPont settlements, New Jersey has secured approximately $840 million in corporate commitments for PFAS contamination.

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Official AG Platkin and DEP Commissioner LaTourette Announce Historic Settlement of Up to $450 Million with 3M for Statewide PFAS Contamination

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New Jersey secures up to $450M settlement with 3M for statewide PFAS contamination