PFAS Health Study Act of 2021
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 19, 2021)
PFAS Health Study Act of 2021
This bill extends through FY2023 the authority of the Department of Defense to transfer funds for the required study on the human health implications of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in drinking water, groundwater, and any other sources of water and relevant exposure pathways, including the cumulative human health implications of multiple types of PFAS contamination at levels above and below health advisory levels. PFAS 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 happenedNov 19, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseNov 19, 2021
- Nov 19, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Services Committee - Nov 19, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Nov 19, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House