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.

United States117th CongressHR-4381House of Representatives
Updated: Jul 12, 2021

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.

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Timeline

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    House of Representatives

  3. Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

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