Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Announces Extension To PFAS Reporting Deadline

As part of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)’s response to comments and testimony received during the PFAS Reporting and Fees Rulemaking, the Agency has announced it will extend the January 1, 2026, deadline for reporting products sold in the state that contain intentionally added PFAS. 

This decision follows the advocacy efforts of the RV Industry Association and its members, as well as widespread concern from several manufacturing coalitions. Many emphasized that the current deadline was unworkable given the amount of data being requested and the complexity of supply chains, especially for manufacturers of complex products, and the fact that the rulemaking has not yet been finalized, nor the reporting systems implemented. 

The RV Industry Association’s advocacy efforts included two sets of written comments, a formal meeting with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency staff, verbal testimony during the May 22 public hearing, and participation in extensive coalition activities.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has not yet indicated the length of the extension, but stated that more information will be provided in the near future. 

Following is the complete response from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency:

RESPONSE: The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency acknowledges the substantial feedback from commenters requesting an extension to the January 1, 2026, initial reporting deadline. Many commenters emphasized the scale and complexity of the data collection effort required, the lack of a finalized rule and reporting platform, the challenges of global and multi-tiered supply chains, and the need for time to conduct supplier outreach, build internal systems, and ensure accurate reporting. Others noted the regulatory precedent set by EPA and the state of Maine in extending deadlines under similar PFAS programs and urged the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to follow suit to ensure program effectiveness and reasonable compliance. 

At the same time, some commenters supported maintaining the current deadline, citing the advance notice provided by Amara’s Law and alignment with broader PFAS regulatory trends. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency appreciates these perspectives and continues to weigh the need for timely action against the importance of practical implementation. 

Under Minnesota Stat. § 116.943, subd. 3(d), the Commissioner has clear authority to extend the deadline if more time is needed for manufacturers to comply. The agency has decided outside of the rulemaking process to issue an extension to the initial due date to ensure program success. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will be providing more information on the extension of the January 1, 2026, reporting deadline in the near future.