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PFAS Definition Improvement Act
Introduced: November 16, 2021
Introduced by:
Ross, Deborah K.
Democratic
· North Carolina
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Everywhere this bill has been
3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Nov 17, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
Nov 16, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Nov 16, 2021
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
PFAS Definition Improvement Act
This bill broadens the definition of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, in relation to the reporting requirement under the Toxic Substances Control Act. 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.
Specifically, the bill provides that PFAS include those substances that contain at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
Committees of jurisdiction
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