Martha Marrapese Discusses Implications of Maine's PFAS Exemptions with Chemical Watch

October 22, 2026

Martha E. Marrapese, partner in Wiley's Environment & Product Regulation Practice, spoke with Chemical Watch in the article "Maine's previous PFAS exemptions offer clues for companies seeking future carve-outs" about how potential exemptions to Maine's 2023 PFAS ban might be determined, as well as their implications.

Marrapese noted that early exemption determinations suggest "a strong public safety case will be compelling to state regulators," but warned that delaying submission for an exemption carries its own risk as there may be "a tidal wave of applications” as the submission deadline approaches. “It may make sense to start sooner rather than later, particularly if you have a strong case,” she said. “There are some very serious decisions ahead."