RV Industry Association Engages Minnesota Policymakers on Upcoming PFAS Reporting Rules

The RV Industry Association’s State Affairs Team recently traveled to Minnesota to meet with officials from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and state legislators from both political parties as the state prepares to finalize its PFAS reporting regulations. The rules, set to take effect on July 1, 2026, will require manufacturers and suppliers to report products sold in Minnesota that contain intentionally added PFAS. Minnesota’s RV industry supports over 15,000 jobs and contributes roughly $3 billion to the state economy, making it critical that reporting requirements are practical and workable for member companies.

RVs are highly complex products, often containing thousands of components sourced worldwide. Key internal components that may include PFAS range from electronics and wiring to insulation, batteries, carpets, gaskets, upholstery, and fire-safety materials. RV manufacturers and suppliers manage more than a million unique parts across the industry. Because most components come from global third-party vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers have not historically collected product-specific PFAS chemical composition data, which creates significant challenges for tracking and reporting PFAS throughout the supply chain.

During the meetings with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency officials, the focus was on the structure of the reporting program, compliance expectations, and implementation timelines. MPCA personnel noted that reporting will be a one-time submission, product grouping may be allowed, and beta-testing of the system is planned. While the currently proposed requirements limit flexibility, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency expressed a willingness to continue engaging with the RV Industry Association and industry stakeholders to support a smooth rollout.

During the discussions with legislators, the operational challenges manufacturers and suppliers face in gathering PFAS data from complex global supply chains were highlighted. Lawmakers from both parties recognized the complexity of internal RV components and emphasized the importance of reviewing the finalized rules and industry feedback before considering potential legislative fixes in 2026 and beyond.

The visit strengthened the industry’s relationship with state policy makers and helped provide them with a clearer understanding of how Minnesota’s PFAS reporting rules would affect manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and local communities that rely on RVs for healthy outdoor recreation. As Minnesota finalizes its PFAS program, the RV Industry Association will continue working with state officials to support a successful rollout while advancing the shared goals of protecting the environment and maintaining a viable industry presence in Minnesota. The final rules are expected to be published by the end of the year, and RV Industry Association staff will review and identify key regulatory provisions that may pose challenges for our members and the broader RV industry.