House Bill 2577
116th Congress(2019-2020)
PFAS Right-To-Know Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 8, 2019
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Bill Number
2577
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116
Policy Area
Environmental Protection
Environmental Protection
Primary focus of measure is regulation of pollution including from hazardous substances and radioactive releases; climate change and greenhouse gases; environmental assessment and research; solid waste and recycling; ecology. Measures concerning energy exploration, efficiency, and conservation may fall under Energy policy area.
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Summary
PFAS Right-To-Know Act
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to include all perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, in the Toxic Release Inventory of chemicals. PFAS are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain the compounds, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing.
Certain industrial facilities that manufacture, process, or use PFAS must annually report to the EPA on their PFAS releases, which will be included in the Toxic Release Inventory.
May 8, 2019
09/26/2019
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
09/26/2019
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
05/15/2019
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
05/09/2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
05/08/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
05/08/2019
Introduced in House
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Record Updated
Feb 8, 2022 11:19:32 PM