S. 2994 · 117th Congress
Prevent Release Of Toxics Emissions, Contamination, and Transfer Act of 2021
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Alex Padilla
- Introduced
- 2021-10-19
- Latest action
- 2021-10-19 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
Prevent Release Of Toxics Emissions, Contamination, and Transfer Act of 2021 or the PROTECT Act of 2021
This bill adds specified perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, as hazardous air pollutants under the Clean Air Act. These substances are man-made and may have adverse human health effects.