H.R. 4917 · 118th Congress
Expanding Seniors’ Access to PFAS Testing Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Daniel Kildee
- Introduced
- 2023-07-26
- Latest action
- 2024-12-17 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Summary
Expanding Seniors' Access to PFAS Testing Act
This bill provides for Medicare coverage of testing for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) with no cost-sharing. (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.)