HR 7687
Protecting Firefighters from PFAS Act
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Bill overview
The Protecting Firefighters from PFAS Act aims to protect firefighters and veterans exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). It establishes a presumption of service connection for certain veterans with specific illnesses linked to PFAS exposure, including high cholesterol, ulcerative colitis, and kidney cancer. The bill also provides for remediation of PFAS at fire training facilities and mandates a study by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to assess PFAS levels in firefighter equipment. Finally, it expands VA healthcare eligibility for veterans, firefighters, and their families.
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Daniel T. Kildee
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