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A bill to drive innovation in developing next-generation protection for firefighters by accelerating the development of PFAS-free turnout gear, and for other purposes.

Introduced
Jun 18, 2026
Cosponsors
14
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 18, 2026

Bill Summary

Accelerates the development of firefighting gear that doesn't contain PFAS, a type of harmful chemical. Funds innovation in creating safer, next-generation protective equipment for firefighters.

Sponsored By

Martin Heinrich
Democrat · New Mexico · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 18, 2026
  2. Jun 18, 2026You Are Here

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

  3. TBD

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

  4. TBD

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

  5. TBD

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

Why It Matters

This bill affects firefighters by potentially providing them with safer, chemical-free protective gear. It also impacts manufacturers of firefighting equipment by encouraging them to develop PFAS-free alternatives.

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
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic
CommitteeCommittee on Health
IntroducedJun 18, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

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.