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Ban on PFAS Substances in Military Procurement and Sales

New regulations prohibit the U.S. Department of Defense from buying and selling many products containing harmful PFAS substances. This aims to protect the health of military personnel and the environment, affecting the availability of certain items in military facilities.
Key points
The Department of Defense will not be able to purchase or sell cookware, food packaging, waxes, carpets, furniture, personal care items, toothpaste, umbrellas, shoes, and clothing containing PFAS.
The changes will take effect one year after the act's enactment, meaning military facilities will need to adjust their supplies and offerings.
The goal is to reduce exposure to chemicals that can be harmful to health.
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Print number: 117_S_1796
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PFAS Free Military Purchasing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1796.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Defense will not be able to purchase or sell cookware, food packaging, waxes, carpets, furniture, personal care items, toothpaste, umbrellas, shoes, and clothing containing PFAS.
  • The changes will take effect one year after the act's enactment, meaning military facilities will need to adjust their supplies and offerings.
  • The goal is to reduce exposure to chemicals that can be harmful to health.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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