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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 amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, to modify the prohibition on the acquisition by the Department of Defense of certain items containing a perfluoroalkyl substance or polyfluoroalkyl substance.
AI Summary
This bill, the PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act, amends the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 to modify the prohibition on the Department of Defense's acquisition of certain items containing or produced using perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The bill prohibits the acquisition of items like non-stick cookware, upholstered furniture, and carpets that contain PFOS or PFOA starting April 1, 2023, and expands the prohibition to cover a broader range of PFAS chemicals starting April 1, 2025. The bill also requires the Secretary of Defense to submit annual reports on steps taken to identify and limit the acquisition of PFAS-containing items.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (4)
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/5260/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr5260/BILLS-118hr5260ih.pdf |
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