PFAS Community Engagement and Transparency Act

3/13/2024, 12:16 AM

Summary of Bill S 2130

Bill 118 s 2130, also known as the PFAS Community Engagement and Transparency 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 harmful chemicals found in many consumer products and have been linked to various health problems.

The main goal of the PFAS Community Engagement and Transparency Act is to increase transparency and communication between government agencies, communities, and the public regarding the presence of PFAS in the environment. The bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create a public database that includes information on PFAS contamination, health effects, and remediation efforts.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the EPA establish a program to provide grants to communities affected by PFAS contamination for the purpose of conducting health studies and monitoring the presence of PFAS in the environment. The bill also requires the EPA to develop a plan for the safe disposal of PFAS-containing materials. Overall, the PFAS Community Engagement and Transparency Act seeks to improve communication and awareness surrounding PFAS contamination, as well as provide resources for affected communities to address the issue. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has garnered bipartisan support.

Current Status of Bill S 2130

Bill S 2130 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill S 2130 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023.  Bill S 2130's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2130

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2130

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2130

PFAS Community Engagement and Transparency ActPFAS Community Engagement and Transparency ActA bill to require community engagement and reporting relating to activities of the Department of Defense with respect to perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes.
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