HR 8900
117th Congress
House
Armed Forces and National Security
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.
Introduced: September 19, 2022
Introduced by:
Slotkin, Elissa
Democratic
· Michigan
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Sep 19, 2022
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sep 19, 2022
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
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's happening now
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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