HR-5987 : Still Just a Bill

PFAS Definition Improvement Act

This bill broadens the definition of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, in relation to the reporting requirement under the Toxic Substances Control Act. PFAS are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain the compounds, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing.

Specifically, the bill provides that PFAS include those substances that contain at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-11-17CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.House committee actions
2021-11-16IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2021-11-16IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Environmental Protection
See Subjects
  • Administrative law and regulatory procedures
  • Business records
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Environmental regulatory procedures
  • Government information and archives
  • Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
  • Manufacturing

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