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US HR2742

US HR2742
PFAS Registry Act of 2021


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Introduced
04/21/2021
In Committee
07/14/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish and maintain a registry for certain individuals who may have been exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances due to the environmental release of aqueous film-forming foam on military installations.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the PFAS Registry Act of 2021, requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish and maintain a registry for individuals who may have been exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) due to the environmental release of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) on military installations. The bill mandates the Secretary to collect information to ascertain and monitor the health effects of PFAS exposure, develop a public information campaign, and periodically notify eligible individuals of significant developments in the study and treatment of conditions associated with PFAS exposure. The bill also requires the Secretary to submit reports to Congress on the effectiveness of actions taken and recommendations to address the medical needs of eligible individuals.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (on 07/14/2021)

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