S-638 : Still Just a Bill

PFAS Action Act of 2019

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to designate all perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances as hazardous substances within one year of enactment of this bill.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2019-02-28IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1599)Senate
2019-02-28IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Environmental Protection
See Subjects
  • Administrative law and regulatory procedures
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Environmental regulatory procedures
  • Hazardous wastes and toxic substances

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