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S.1973: Filthy Fifty Act
About This Bill
- Introduced June 8, 2021
- Latest Major Action June 8, 2021
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - June 8, 2021
Bill Summary
Filthy Fifty Act This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to complete testing for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at all military installations, formerly used defense sites, and state-owned facilities of the National Guard in the United States. PFAS are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. Not later than 60 days following the detection of PFAS at a military installation, formerly used defense site,...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| June 8, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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| June 8, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) |