Environmental Health Legislation

Effective environmental health policies are essential for protecting public health and ensuring sustainable, safe communities. Public input is vital in shaping these policies, as it helps ensure they address the real needs and concerns of those most affected. Join us in advocating for stronger environmental health protections by staying informed and actively participating in the legislative process.

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PA General Assembly Environmental Health Legislative Watch

Explore bills related to environmental health introduced to the PA House and Senate. Legislation presence on this page does not imply endorsement.

DEP Permitting Appeals

Legislation to ensure the appeal process for certain categories of permitting decisions made by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) are consistent with federal law.

Introduced May 16, 2024

Senate Bill 1216

Hydraulic Fracturing Chemical Disclosure Requirements

Legislation requiring natural gas companies to disclose what chemicals are used in the fracking process. This bill will amend the Oil and Gas Act to do the following: Remove the current exceptions to disclosure that allow companies to hide the chemicals they use in the fracking process; Require disclosure of chemicals 14 days prior to use at any stage of the fracking process, including drilling.

Introduced February 2023

House Bill 477

Amend “Community Water Systems” as defined in PA Safe Drinking Water Act

In the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act, “Community water systems” are defined as public water systems which serve at least 15 service connections used by year-round residents or regularly serves at least 25 year-round residents. This legislation aims to redefine “Community water systems” to exclude private schools, churches, or businesses that use its own water well.

Introduced December 12, 2022

House Bill 558

Chemicals in Drinking Water

Currently, Pennsylvania allows up to 70 parts per trillion of PFAS in drinking water, but new research suggests that number is too high. Legislation to lower the acceptable amount of PFAS in drinking water to 10 parts per trillion.

Introduced December 9, 2022

House Bill 604

CEET Testimony and Public Comments

We provide rigorous scientific evidence to inform public environmental health policies, ensuring they are grounded in data and effectively protect community health. View our public testimony and comments on the federal, state, and local levels below.

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