Clean Water Standards for PFAS 2.0 Act of 2022
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 10, 2022)
Clean Water Standards for PFAS 2.0 Act of 2022
This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency to develop requirements to (1) limit the discharge of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into certain waters of the United States, and (2) publish human health water quality criteria for PFAS. 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 happenedMay 11, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMay 10, 2022
- May 11, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee - May 10, 2022IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee - May 10, 2022IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- May 10, 2022IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House