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BillHR 8016 · 119

Forever Chemical Regulation and Accountability Act of 2026

Introduced
Mar 19, 2026
Cosponsors
3
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Regulates and requires accountability for the use of 'forever chemicals', which are harmful substances that don't break down in the environment. Requires measures to reduce their release and impact.

Sponsored By

Betty McCollum
Democrat · Minnesota · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 19, 2026
  3. Mar 20, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

Affects communities near contaminated sites and people exposed to forever chemicals, who may see reduced health risks and environmental harm. Also impacts companies that produce or use these chemicals, which may need to implement new safety measures and disposal practices.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
3backers
  • Democratic3
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (3)

1 more not shown here — see the full list on congress.gov.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Water Resources and Environment
IntroducedMar 19, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.