S. 1796 · 117th Congress · Senate

PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act

Active· Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced
May 25, 21
Passed Senate
Pending
Passed House
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive 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.

Action Timeline

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  1. MAY 25, 2021IntroReferral

    Introduced in Senate

  2. MAY 25, 2021IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

Committees

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Armed Services Committee

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Referred: May 25, 2021

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