S 2472
Department of Defense PFAS Discharge Prevention Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Department of Defense PFAS Discharge Prevention Act, aims to reduce the release of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from Department of Defense facilities into waterways. It requires the Secretary of Defense to request updates to existing stormwater discharge permits, mandating more frequent monitoring of PFAS levels and the implementation of strategies to minimize these discharges. The bill also allocates a small percentage of existing remediation funds to support these monitoring and reduction efforts. Ultimately, the goal is to limit the environmental impact of PFAS contamination associated with military operations.
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