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Accelerating PFAS Cleanup at Military Sites and Enhancing Transparency

This act mandates the U.S. Department of Defense to develop and implement a strategy for faster cleanup of harmful PFAS chemicals from military sites. Citizens will gain access to a public website providing information on cleanup progress, enhancing transparency and allowing them to monitor actions. The goal is to protect public health and the environment in communities near military bases.
Key points
The Department of Defense must create a plan to rapidly remove PFAS substances, prioritizing sites posing the highest risk to health and the environment.
A public online dashboard will be launched, providing up-to-date information on cleanup progress, expenditures, and timelines for each military facility.
The act aims to accelerate remediation efforts and increase accountability for chemical contamination stemming from military activities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3446
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2025-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to submit a strategy to accelerate the response efforts of the Department of Defense with respect to releases of perfluoroalkyl substances or polyfluoroalkyl substances from the activities of the Department.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3446.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Defense must create a plan to rapidly remove PFAS substances, prioritizing sites posing the highest risk to health and the environment.
  • A public online dashboard will be launched, providing up-to-date information on cleanup progress, expenditures, and timelines for each military facility.
  • The act aims to accelerate remediation efforts and increase accountability for chemical contamination stemming from military activities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

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 2026-01-11.

CATEGORIES

Environment