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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2467) to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to designate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2668) to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to affirmatively confirm the authority of the Federal Trade Commission to seek permanent injunctions and other equitable relief for violations of any provision of law enforced by the Commission; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3985) to amend the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009 to expedite the special immigrant visa process for certain Afghan allies, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 535

Bill 117 HRES 535 is a resolution in the US Congress that sets the rules for considering three different bills. The first bill, H.R. 2467, aims to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to classify per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980. This would give the EPA more power to regulate these harmful chemicals and hold polluters accountable for their impact on the environment.

The second bill, H.R. 2668, seeks to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to confirm the authority of the Federal Trade Commission to seek permanent injunctions and other equitable relief for violations of any law enforced by the Commission. This bill would strengthen the FTC's ability to enforce consumer protection laws and hold businesses accountable for deceptive practices.

The third bill, H.R. 3985, aims to expedite the special immigrant visa process for certain Afghan allies under the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009. This bill would make it easier for Afghan allies who have supported the US military and government to immigrate to the United States and seek refuge from persecution in their home country. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 535 sets the stage for the consideration of these important pieces of legislation that address environmental protection, consumer rights, and support for Afghan allies.

Congressional Summary of HRES 535

This resolution sets forth rules for consideration of

  • H.R. 2467 to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to designate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances as hazardous substances;
  • H.R. 2668 to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to confirm the authority of the Federal Trade Commission to seek permanent injunctions and other equitable relief for violations of any provision of law enforced by the commission; and
  • H.R. 3985 to amend the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009 to expedite the special immigrant visa process for certain Afghan allies.

Current Status of Bill HRES 535

Bill HRES 535 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2021. Bill HRES 535 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2021.  Bill HRES 535's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of July 20, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 535

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 HRES 535

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 535

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2467) to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to designate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2668) to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to affirmatively confirm the authority of the Federal Trade Commission to seek permanent injunctions and other equitable relief for violations of any provision of law enforced by the Commission; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3985) to amend the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009 to expedite the special immigrant visa process for certain Afghan allies, and for other purposes.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2467) to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to designate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2668) to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to affirmatively confirm the authority of the Federal Trade Commission to seek permanent injunctions and other equitable relief for violations of any provision of law enforced by the Commission; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3985) to amend the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009 to expedite the special immigrant visa process for certain Afghan allies, and for other purposes.

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