WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Peter Meijer (R-MI) and Lizzie Fletcher (D-TX) today introduced the Federal PFAS Research Evaluation Act to implement a federal per-and polyfuluroalkyl substances (PFAS) study to uncover the health hazards PFAS exposure presents to communities. The legislation requires federal agencies with existing PFAS research to work with the National Academies of Science to conduct a two-phase study on PFAS exposure and toxicity and to develop a federal research and development plan to address PFAS exposure.
“We know that PFAS contaminants are harmful to our health and our environment, but with hundreds of different compounds, much remains unknown,” said Rep. Meijer. “We need an ‘all-hands-on-deck’ coordinated research approach to develop a comprehensive, effective response to PFAS. This bill takes a meaningful step towards advancing our understanding of PFAS and identifying what more is needed to combat it.”
“PFAS chemicals pose a threat to people and to our environment,” said Rep. Fletcher. “It is critical that we understand the depth of the health implications they pose for our communities. I am glad to introduce the Federal PFAS Research Evaluation Act to advance PFAS research to determine the effects of these chemicals and help us to take steps to reduce the risks they pose.”
PFAS are a group of chemicals used in a variety of industries, including electronics, aerospace, and construction. They can accumulate in the body for long periods of time and have been linked to adverse health outcomes.
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