H.R. 1863
Referred to CommitteeTo require the Secretary of Defense to provide blood testing for firefighters of the Department of Defense to determine potential exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes.
Introduced 3/25/2019•116th Congress•House
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
3/26/2019 • House
Summary
This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide blood testing, during annual physical examinations of DOD firefighters, to determine and document exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Introduced in House • 3/25/2019
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Topics & Subjects
Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security
Blood and blood diseasesDepartment of DefenseFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementHazardous wastes and toxic substancesMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMilitary facilities and propertyWorker safety and health
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Originated in the House
Introduced
March 25, 2019
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Introduced in House3/25/2019