H.R. 4381 · 117th Congress · House

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.

Active· Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
Introduced
Jul 9, 21
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive Summary

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing the use of firefighting foam and other equipment that contains perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, to minimize the risk to firefighters, other first responders, and the environment, without jeopardizing firefighting efforts. PFAS are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain PFAS, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing.

Action Timeline

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  1. JUL 12, 2021Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

  2. JUL 09, 2021IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  3. JUL 09, 2021IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  4. JUL 09, 2021IntroReferral

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Committees

2

Environment Subcommittee

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Referred: Jul 12, 2021

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Energy and Commerce Committee

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Referred: Jul 9, 2021

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