PFAS Cleanup Act
Rep. Sanchez Introduces PFAS Cleanup Act to Tax Forever Chemicals and Fund Water Filtration
The PFAS Cleanup Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the House Committee on Ways and Means. It is actively moving through the House, but no future hearings or votes have been scheduled yet.
Legislative Progress
While there is broad concern about water safety, the very high tax rate on manufacturers will likely face heavy opposition from industry groups and many lawmakers.
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Life & Work
Small manufacturers and importers that use PFAS chemicals in their products would face a steep 45% excise tax on their PFAS purchases. This could significantly raise production costs for businesses in industries like electronics, textiles, food packaging, and firefighting equipment, potentially forcing some to find alternative materials or pass costs on to customers.
“The amount of tax imposed by subsection (a) shall be equal to 45 percent of the price for which the perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance is sold.”
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
PFAS Cleanup Act
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