What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 1433.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-03.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s1433/BILLS-118s1433is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 1433

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Airports Exempted from Cleanup Costs for Required PFAS Firefighting Foam Use.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Airport operators are shielded from paying cleanup costs for certain PFAS chemicals released from required firefighting foam. The protection applies only if the foam use was mandated by the FAA for safety and followed all federal standards. Airports remain liable if the contamination resulted from gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

This bill protects airport operators (sponsors) from financial liability under federal environmental law for cleaning up specific PFAS contamination. The exemption applies only if the contamination resulted from using firefighting foam (AFFF) that was mandatory for aviation safety compliance and used correctly according to federal rules. This legislation determines who bears the financial burden for cleaning up these "forever chemicals" released at airports.

Key points

Airport operators are shielded from paying cleanup costs for certain PFAS chemicals released from required firefighting foam.

The protection applies only if the foam use was mandated by the FAA for safety and followed all federal standards.

Airports remain liable if the contamination resulted from gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

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Additional Information

Airports PFAS Liability Protection Act

Print number: S 1433

Sponsor: Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]

Process start date: 2023-05-03

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Airports Exempted from Cleanup Costs for Required PFAS Firefighting Foam Use.

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