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Introduced
08/22/2023
08/22/2023
In Committee
08/22/2023
08/22/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To direct the Secretary of Defense to provide to each health care provider of the Department of Defense training regarding the potential health effects of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances.
AI Summary
This bill, the PFAS Training For DoD Providers and Servicemembers Act, requires the Secretary of Defense to provide mandatory training to all Department of Defense (DoD) health care providers on the potential health effects of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that are persistent in the environment and have been linked to various health issues. The purpose of this training is to ensure that DoD health care providers have the necessary knowledge to identify and address potential PFAS-related health concerns among service members and their families.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (6)
Elissa Slotkin (D)*,
Jack Bergman (R),
Brian Fitzpatrick (R),
Mike Lawler (R),
Bill Posey (R),
Mike Turner (R),
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (on 08/22/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5261/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr5261/BILLS-118hr5261ih.pdf |
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