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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.

USA117th CongressHR-4381| House 
| Updated: 7/12/2021
Lizzie Fletcher

Lizzie Fletcher

Democratic Representative

Texas

Environment Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
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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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2638
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.
Jul 9, 2021
Introduced in House
Jul 9, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jul 12, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2638
    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.


  • July 9, 2021
    Introduced in House


  • July 9, 2021
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • July 12, 2021
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

Environmental Protection

Related Bills

  • HR 117-2467: PFAS Action Act of 2021
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Environmental regulatory proceduresFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelHazardous wastes and toxic substancesLaw enforcement officersWorker safety and health

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.

USA117th CongressHR-4381| House 
| Updated: 7/12/2021
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

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2638
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.
Jul 9, 2021
Introduced in House
Jul 9, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jul 12, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2638
    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.


  • July 9, 2021
    Introduced in House


  • July 9, 2021
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • July 12, 2021
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
Lizzie Fletcher

Lizzie Fletcher

Democratic Representative

Texas

Environment Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

Environmental Protection

Related Bills

  • HR 117-2467: PFAS Action Act of 2021
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Environmental regulatory proceduresFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelHazardous wastes and toxic substancesLaw enforcement officersWorker safety and health