HR-5550 : Still Just a Bill

PFAS Safe Disposal Act

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate the disposal procedures for materials containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (commonly referred to as PFAS) or aqueous film forming foam. These substances are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. For criminal penalty purposes, materials containing PFAS shall be considered hazardous waste.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-01-07IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2020-01-07IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Environmental Protection
See Subjects
  • Administrative law and regulatory procedures
  • Air quality
  • Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Environmental regulatory procedures
  • Fires
  • Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
  • Solid waste and recycling

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