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To direct the Secretary of Defense to submit a report regarding the provision of water alternatives to communities affected by PFAS contamination, and for other purposes.

12/29/2022, 12:33 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8901

Bill 117 hr 8901, also known as the "PFAS Water Alternatives Report Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of PFAS contamination in communities across the United States. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals that have been linked to a variety of health problems, including cancer and reproductive issues.

The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to submit a report to Congress regarding the provision of water alternatives to communities affected by PFAS contamination. This report will outline the steps that the Department of Defense is taking to address the issue, including any efforts to provide clean drinking water to affected communities.

In addition to requiring the report, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to PFAS contamination. These may include funding for research into the health effects of PFAS exposure, measures to prevent further contamination, and support for affected communities. Overall, the PFAS Water Alternatives Report Act is an important piece of legislation that seeks to address the serious issue of PFAS contamination in a thoughtful and non-partisan manner. By requiring the Department of Defense to report on their efforts to provide water alternatives to affected communities, the bill aims to ensure that those impacted by PFAS contamination receive the support and resources they need.

Congressional Summary of HR 8901

This bill requires the Department of Defense to submit a report outlining its plan to provide alternative water sources to affected communities surrounding military installations with levels of perfluoroalkyl substances that have been determined to be above the lifetime health advisory for contamination (as issued by the Environmental Protection Agency on June 21, 2022).

Current Status of Bill HR 8901

Bill HR 8901 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2022. Bill HR 8901 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 19, 2022.  Bill HR 8901's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of September 19, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8901

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 HR 8901

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8901

To direct the Secretary of Defense to submit a report regarding the provision of water alternatives to communities affected by PFAS contamination, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Defense to submit a report regarding the provision of water alternatives to communities affected by PFAS contamination, and for other purposes.

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