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No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act
12/15/2023, 3:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2615
Bill 118 hr 2615, also known as the No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address the issue of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in water sources across the country.
PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that have been linked to a variety of health problems, including cancer and reproductive issues. These chemicals have been used in a wide range of products, including firefighting foam, non-stick cookware, and water-repellent fabrics.
The No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act specifically focuses on providing financial assistance to communities that are dealing with PFAS contamination. The bill proposes to exempt any funds used for PFAS remediation from federal income tax, allowing communities to allocate more resources towards cleaning up contaminated water sources. Supporters of the bill argue that this exemption will incentivize more communities to take action against PFAS contamination, as they will not have to worry about the financial burden of remediation efforts. Additionally, they believe that this legislation will help protect public health and the environment from the harmful effects of PFAS exposure. Opponents of the bill may argue that the tax exemption could lead to a loss of federal revenue, potentially impacting other government programs. They may also raise concerns about the long-term effectiveness of remediation efforts and the potential for PFAS contamination to persist in the environment. Overall, the No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the pressing issue of PFAS contamination in water sources across the United States. It remains to be seen whether this bill will be passed by Congress and signed into law.
PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that have been linked to a variety of health problems, including cancer and reproductive issues. These chemicals have been used in a wide range of products, including firefighting foam, non-stick cookware, and water-repellent fabrics.
The No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act specifically focuses on providing financial assistance to communities that are dealing with PFAS contamination. The bill proposes to exempt any funds used for PFAS remediation from federal income tax, allowing communities to allocate more resources towards cleaning up contaminated water sources. Supporters of the bill argue that this exemption will incentivize more communities to take action against PFAS contamination, as they will not have to worry about the financial burden of remediation efforts. Additionally, they believe that this legislation will help protect public health and the environment from the harmful effects of PFAS exposure. Opponents of the bill may argue that the tax exemption could lead to a loss of federal revenue, potentially impacting other government programs. They may also raise concerns about the long-term effectiveness of remediation efforts and the potential for PFAS contamination to persist in the environment. Overall, the No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the pressing issue of PFAS contamination in water sources across the United States. It remains to be seen whether this bill will be passed by Congress and signed into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 2615
No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act
This bill excludes from gross income, for income tax purposes, reimbursements for remediation of contamination by a perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2615
Bill HR 2615 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2615 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2615's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of April 13, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2615
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2615
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2615
No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act
No Taxation on PFAS Remediation Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude PFAS remediation reimbursements from gross income.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2615
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