House vote: H.R. 7289 // July 26, 2022Needed two-thirds to pass
Federal PFAS Research Evaluation Act
Sponsor: Lizzie Fletcher (D-TX)
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) to complete various studies and reports related to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS. 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.
Environmental Protection Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.7% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 352 | 81.0% |
| Nay | Lost | 62 | 14.3% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.7% |