PFAS Waste Incineration Ban Act of 2019
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 8, 2019)
PFAS Waste Incineration Ban Act of 2019
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to promulgate regulations to address the disposal by incineration of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS. These substances are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain the substances, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing.
The EPA must promulgate regulations to prohibit the disposal by incineration of foam that contains PFAS and is used to fight fire. In addition, the EPA must promulgate regulations (1) identifying additional wastes containing PFAS for which a prohibition on incineration may be necessary to protect human health and the environment, and (2) prohibiting such disposal of the identified wastes.
What just happenedSep 26, 2019
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMay 8, 2019
- Sep 26, 2019Committee
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee - Sep 26, 2019Committee
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee - May 15, 2019Committee
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee - May 9, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee - May 8, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - May 8, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- May 8, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House