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PFAS Transparency Act
8/10/2022, 11:36 PM
Congressional Summary of HR 5540
PFAS Transparency Act
The bill requires an industrial entity that introduces perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, into wastewater treatment systems to provide specified advance notices to such systems, including the identity and quantity of such PFAS.
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5540
Bill HR 5540 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2020. Bill HR 5540 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2020. Bill HR 5540's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of January 7, 2020
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5540
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
9Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5540
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionPotential Impact Areas
- Environmental regulatory procedures
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Industrial facilities
- Pollution liability
- Solid waste and recycling
- Water quality
- Water use and supply
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5540
PFAS Transparency Act
To require, pursuant to the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, disclosure of the introduction of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances into treatment works, and for other purposes.
PFAS Transparency Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5540
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