HR 4381 United States House · 117th Congress

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.

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.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jul 2021
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Introduced Jul 9, 2021 Last action Jul 12, 2021
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Jul 12, 2021
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
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Jul 9, 2021
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Jul 9, 2021
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Lizzie Fletcher
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