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Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act

This act aims to protect public and private water systems and wastewater treatment facilities from costs and damages related to PFAS substances in water. This means citizens can be more confident about stable water supplies and potentially lower service costs, as these entities will not be held liable if they operate in compliance with the law. Gross negligence or willful misconduct are exceptions.
Key points
Water systems and wastewater treatment facilities will not face financial liability for PFAS presence if operating legally.
Protection extends to municipalities, wholesale water agencies, and contractors managing water-related activities.
Gross negligence or willful misconduct leading to PFAS release are exceptions to this protection.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7944
Sponsor: Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Process start date: 2024-04-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7944.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Water systems and wastewater treatment facilities will not face financial liability for PFAS presence if operating legally.
  • Protection extends to municipalities, wholesale water agencies, and contractors managing water-related activities.
  • Gross negligence or willful misconduct leading to PFAS release are exceptions to this protection.
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 Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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