PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act
Summary
PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act This bill prohibits the Department of Defense (DOD) from procuring or purchasing specified items (e.g., cleaning products) containing a perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance, commonly referred to as PFAS. These substances are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain the compounds, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing. DOD may not authorize the sale of any specified item containing PFAS on DOD property, such as commissaries or online exchange shops.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2021
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced May 25, 2021
Last action May 25, 2021
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2
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Committee
1
May 25, 2021
Committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
upper
May 25, 2021
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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