S 1796
117th Congress
Senate
Armed Forces and National Security
Cosmetics and personal care
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
Military facilities and property
Military procurement, research, weapons development
Public contracts and procurement
Retail and wholesale trades
PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act
Introduced: May 25, 2021
Introduced by:
Blumenthal, Richard
Democratic
· Connecticut
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Everywhere this bill has been
2 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
May 25, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
May 25, 2021
Introduced in Senate
Plain-English summary
PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act
This bill prohibits the Department of Defense (DOD) from procuring or purchasing specified items (e.g., cleaning products) containing a perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance, 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.
DOD may not authorize the sale of any specified item containing PFAS on DOD property, such as commissaries or online exchange shops.
What's happening now
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Committees of jurisdiction
1
Cosponsors
1