H.R. 7696 · 117th Congress · House

Clean Water Standards for PFAS 2.0 Act of 2022

Active· Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Introduced
May 10, 22
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive Summary

Clean Water Standards for PFAS 2.0 Act of 2022

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency to develop requirements to (1) limit the discharge of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into certain waters of the United States, and (2) publish human health water quality criteria for PFAS. PFAS are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain the compounds, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing.