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PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act

USA117th CongressHR-4975| House 
| Updated: 8/6/2021
Elissa Slotkin

Elissa Slotkin

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (1)
Bill Posey (Republican)

Armed Services Committee

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

HR 116-7411
PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act
May 25, 2021

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 117-1796
Introduced in Senate
Aug 6, 2021
Introduced in House
Aug 6, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-7411
    PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act


  • May 25, 2021

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 117-1796
    Introduced in Senate


  • August 6, 2021
    Introduced in House


  • August 6, 2021
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

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  • S 117-1796: PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act
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PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act

USA117th CongressHR-4975| House 
| Updated: 8/6/2021
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.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-7411
PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act
May 25, 2021

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 117-1796
Introduced in Senate
Aug 6, 2021
Introduced in House
Aug 6, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-7411
    PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act


  • May 25, 2021

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 117-1796
    Introduced in Senate


  • August 6, 2021
    Introduced in House


  • August 6, 2021
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Elissa Slotkin

Elissa Slotkin

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (1)
Bill Posey (Republican)

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 117-1796: PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Cosmetics and personal careHazardous wastes and toxic substancesMilitary facilities and propertyMilitary procurement, research, weapons developmentPublic contracts and procurementRetail and wholesale trades