PFAS Reference Standards Act
8/20/2023, 10:30 PMSummary of Bill HR 7897
Bill 117 hr 7897, also known as the PFAS Reference Standards Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to address the issue of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are a group of man-made chemicals that have been linked to various health and environmental concerns.The PFAS Reference Standards Act seeks to establish reference standards for PFAS chemicals, which are essential for accurately measuring and monitoring these substances in the environment. By setting these standards, the bill aims to improve the ability of researchers, regulators, and other stakeholders to assess the presence and impact of PFAS in water, soil, and other media.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development of new analytical methods for detecting PFAS, as well as requirements for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to update its guidelines and regulations related to these chemicals. The goal of these measures is to enhance the understanding of PFAS contamination and facilitate more effective responses to this growing environmental and public health issue. Overall, the PFAS Reference Standards Act represents a bipartisan effort to address the challenges posed by PFAS chemicals and to protect the health and well-being of communities across the United States. By establishing reference standards and improving analytical methods, this legislation aims to support efforts to monitor and mitigate the impact of PFAS contamination on the environment and public health.
Congressional Summary of HR 7897
PFAS Reference Standards Act
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to require manufacturers of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, to submit an analytical reference standard for each PFAS it has manufactured since ten years prior to the enactment of this bill.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7897
Bill HR 7897 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 27, 2022. Bill HR 7897 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 27, 2022. Bill HR 7897's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 27, 2022Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7897
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
12Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7897
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7897
PFAS Reference Standards ActPFAS Reference Standards ActTo require manufacturers of PFAS to submit analytical reference standards to the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes.Comments
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