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PFAS Exposure Assessment and Documentation for Military and Families

This law aims to protect the health of military personnel and their families by assessing exposure to harmful PFAS substances. It introduces mandatory blood tests and creates a registry of exposed individuals, which will help monitor their health and provide access to information. This will give citizens who served in the military or lived near bases better access to healthcare and information about potential risks.
Key points
Establishment of a Department of Defense task force to address the effects of PFAS release.
Mandatory health assessments for service members, including PFAS exposure evaluation, during and after service.
Provision of free blood testing for PFAS for service members, former service members, and their families if exposed.
Creation of a registry for individuals exposed to PFAS and provision of detailed information about these substances.
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Print number: 117_S_2555
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2021-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PFAS Exposure Assessment and Documentation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2555.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a Department of Defense task force to address the effects of PFAS release.
  • Mandatory health assessments for service members, including PFAS exposure evaluation, during and after service.
  • Provision of free blood testing for PFAS for service members, former service members, and their families if exposed.
  • Creation of a registry for individuals exposed to PFAS and provision of detailed information about these substances.
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. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

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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