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3M to Pay Up to $450 Million in New Jersey to Settle “Forever Chemicals” Pollution Claims

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May 15, 2025 1 Neutral General
3M to Pay Up to $450 Million in New Jersey to Settle “Forever Chemicals” Pollution Claims
Trenton, New Jersey: Industrial giant 3M has agreed to a $450 million settlement addressing damage from PFAS “forever chemicals,” which linger indefinitely in the environment. New Jersey’s Attorney General hailed the deal as a major victory for clean water, with funds allocated for soil and water remediation across contaminated sites. 3M admits no wrongdoing but faces mounting litigation nationwide over these chemicals. The EPA’s heightened scrutiny of PFAS parallels growing public concern about toxin exposure. This settlement is among the largest single-state environmental payouts to date.
What this means for you:
If you live near industrial sites, ask local water authorities about PFAS testing. Consider household filtration systems rated for PFAS removal.
For property owners, check if any environmental liability or remediation issues exist before buying or selling near known contamination zones.
Take advantage of community information sessions about PFAS and potential health effects—official guidance can help reduce exposure.
Keep an eye on class action updates if your region is impacted by similar pollution.

Key Entities

  • 3M Company: A multinational conglomerate historically producing PFAS for various commercial applications.
  • NJ Attorney General Matthew Platkin: State’s top legal officer, leading the lawsuit to hold polluters accountable.
  • PFAS chemicals: “Forever chemicals” used for water- and stain-resistance, persisting in soil, water, and living organisms.
  • U.S. EPA: Federal agency imposing stricter standards to limit PFAS in drinking water and considering more robust regulations.

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