HR-1863 : Still Just a Bill


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.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2019-03-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.House committee actions
2019-03-25IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.House floor actions
2019-03-25IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
Related Subjects
  • Blood and blood diseases
  • Fires
  • First responders and emergency personnel
  • Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
  • Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
  • Medical tests and diagnostic methods
  • Military facilities and property
  • Worker safety and health
Related Geographic Entities
Related Organizations
  • Department of Defense

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