To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS, and for other purposes.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 9, 2019)
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing first responders' use of equipment (e.g., foam used to fight fires) that contains 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 compounds, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing.
What just happenedSep 26, 2019
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMay 9, 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 10, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee - May 9, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - May 9, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- May 9, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House