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HB4769: PFAS Alternatives Act Protecting Firefighters and Advancing State-of-the-Art Alternatives Act

: Debbie Dingell (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jul 21, 2023
Emergency management
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating the development of PFAS-free turnout gear, and for other purposes.

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The PFAS Alternatives Act aims to speed up development of firefighter turnout gear (protective clothing) that does not contain PFAS chemicals. PFAS are human-made chemicals used in many products that persist in the environment and human bodies. The bill drives innovation in safer alternatives for this protective equipment. It affects firefighters, gear manufacturers, and environmental safety. The bill has been introduced in Congress and is in early legislative stages.

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