PFAS 2025

Proposed rule

Rulemaking contact: Sarah Van Glubt, 503-709-8253,  PFAS.2025@deq.oregon.gov 

This rulemaking proposes to include two per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, perfluorooctanoic acid and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid, including their salts and structural isomers, in the definition of hazardous substances in Oregon Administrative Rule 340-122-0115 (30) which would give DEQ authority to require investigation and removal and remedial actions of PFOA and PFOS releases and align with the US Environmental Protection Agency's approach. PFOA and PFOS are among the most commonly detected PFAS, are known or suspected carcinogens, and have been shown to exhibit toxicity effects to humans and wildlife even at low levels of exposure.

Advisory committee

DEQ is convening an advisory committee to review the technical issues and fiscal impacts related to the proposed rules. In convening this committee, DEQ has appointed members that reflect the range of entities that are both directly and indirectly affected by proposed changes to the rules.

• Roster
• Charter