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Introduced
08/04/2020
08/04/2020
In Committee
08/04/2020
08/04/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To direct the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to establish an interagency working group to coordinate Federal activities to advance research and development needed to address PFAS. This bill directs the National Science and Technology Council to establish an interagency working group to coordinate federal activities to advance research and development needed to address perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, 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. The interagency working group shall (1) provide for interagency coordination of federally funded PFAS research and development, and (2) develop and update every two years a strategic plan for federal support for PFAS research and development.
AI Summary
This bill, the PFAS Interagency Research Coordination Strategy Act (or PIRCS Act), directs the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to establish an interagency working group to coordinate federal activities and advance research and development needed to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These are man-made chemicals that may have adverse human health effects and are found in various products like nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing. The interagency working group is tasked with providing coordination of federally funded PFAS research and development, and developing a strategic plan every two years to guide federal support in this area. The bill specifies that the working group should consult with relevant stakeholders and provide annual reports to Congress on its activities.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. (on 08/04/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/7931/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7931/BILLS-116hr7931ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7931/BILLS-116hr7931ih.pdf.pdf |
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