Texas HB1730 mandates a study on the health effects of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals.

Texas HB1730 requires the University of Houston to designate a department or entity to conduct a study on the health effects of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals. The study, in collaboration with the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, will assess the chemicals' impact on public health, focusing on food, drinking water, and materials used by professionals like firefighters and chemical manufacturing workers. The study must be completed and reported to the legislature by December 1, 2026. The act expires on December 31, 2026.

Texas HB1730 mandates a study on the health effects of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals.

Texas HB1730 requires the University of Houston to designate a department or entity to conduct a study on the health effects of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals. The study, in collaboration with the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, will assess the chemicals' impact on public health, focusing on food, drinking water, and materials used by professionals like firefighters and chemical manufacturing workers. The study must be completed and reported to the legislature by December 1, 2026. The act expires on December 31, 2026.