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Introduced
03/25/2019
03/25/2019
In Committee
03/25/2019
03/25/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to provide blood testing for firefighters of the Department of Defense to determine potential exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide blood testing, during annual physical examinations of DOD firefighters, to determine and document exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
AI Summary
This bill, the Protecting Military Firefighters from PFAS Act, requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide blood testing for DOD firefighters during their annual physical exams to determine and document their potential exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are a group of synthetic chemicals that have been used in various products, including firefighting foams used by the military, and have been associated with potential health concerns. The bill aims to ensure that DOD firefighters are monitored for PFAS exposure as part of their routine medical care.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (6)
Jeanne Shaheen (D)*,
Susan Collins (R),
Maggie Hassan (D),
Lisa Murkowski (R),
Mike Rounds (R),
Bernie Sanders (I),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (on 03/25/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/858/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s858/BILLS-116s858is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s858/BILLS-116s858is.pdf.pdf |
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