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PFAS Act: New Rights for Exposure Victims, Medical Monitoring, and Accountability.

This Act creates new legal rights for individuals significantly exposed to harmful PFAS chemicals, allowing them to sue manufacturers for damages. It also establishes a pathway for courts to order responsible companies to cover the costs of medical monitoring for affected individuals, aiming to shift financial burdens from victims to polluters and encourage safety research.
Key points
Individuals significantly exposed to PFAS chemicals can now sue responsible manufacturers in federal court.
Courts can order companies to pay for ongoing medical check-ups (medical monitoring) for those at increased risk of PFAS-related diseases.
The law aims to hold manufacturers accountable and encourage more research into the safety and health effects of PFAS.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3460
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PFAS Accountability Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3460.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals significantly exposed to PFAS chemicals can now sue responsible manufacturers in federal court.
  • Courts can order companies to pay for ongoing medical check-ups (medical monitoring) for those at increased risk of PFAS-related diseases.
  • The law aims to hold manufacturers accountable and encourage more research into the safety and health effects of PFAS.
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. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

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

Health Courts and Law Environment