HR 2638 · 116th Congress · Environmental Protection
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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Introduced2
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EnactedLatest: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .(2019-09-26)
Plain Language Summary
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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.…
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