H.R. 3761 — To direct the Secretary of Defense to designate a Coordinator for Engagement with PFAS-impacted defense communities.

H.R. 3761 — To direct the Secretary of Defense to designate a Coordinator for Engagement with PFAS-impacted defense communities. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this legislation is to establish a dedicated official within the Department of Defense to address issues related to communities affected by PFAS contamination. PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are chemicals that have been linked to environmental and health concerns, particularly in areas near military installations. The key provisions of the legislation require the Secretary of Defense to appoint a "Coordinator for Engagement with Defense Communities Affected by PFAS" within one year of the law being enacted.