S-858 : Still Just a Bill

Protecting Military Firefighters from PFAS Act

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
2019-03-25IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.Senate
2019-03-25IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
See Subjects
  • Blood and blood diseases
  • Department of Defense
  • 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

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