[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 154 (Tuesday, September 24, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H7872]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           PFAS CONTAMINATION

  (Mr. DELGADO asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. DELGADO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of thousands of 
families in my district that have been exposed to PFAS in their 
drinking water.
  Last week, my friend Michael Hickey testified before the House on the 
prevalence of PFAS contamination in Hoosick Falls and in Petersburgh, 
two communities in my district.
  Hoosick Falls and Petersburgh are not alone. Hundreds of communities 
across the country are dealing with PFAS contamination.
  Here is what we know about these forever chemicals. PFAS 
contamination can cause autoimmune disorders, thyroid conditions or 
disorders, and cancer. It is time for action.
  As a named conferee for the National Defense Authorization Act, I 
will forcefully advocate for pretreatment standards and that PFAS be 
designated a hazardous substance.
  Too many families are living with the consequences of PFAS 
contamination in our Nation, and it is due in large part to our 
inaction.

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