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H.R.2751: PFAS Accountability Act of 2021
About This Bill
- Introduced April 22, 2021
- Latest Major Action Oct. 19, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 22, 2021
Bill Summary
PFAS Accountability Act of 2021 This bill provides a cause of action under the Toxic Substances Control Act for individuals or classes of individuals who were significantly exposed to perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS. These substances 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...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Oct. 19, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
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| April 23, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
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| April 22, 2021 |
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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| April 22, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Madeleine Dean (D-Pa.) |