To amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, to authorize certain prizes for the development of non-PFAS-containing turnout gear, and for other purposes.
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Sep 19, 2022)
This bill authorizes the Department of Defense to award cash and other prizes to recognize outstanding achievements in the development of personal protective firefighting equipment (e.g., turnout gear pants) that does not contain an intentionally added perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance, commonly known 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 19, 2022
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseSep 19, 2022
- Sep 19, 2022IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Services Committee - Sep 19, 2022IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Sep 19, 2022IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House