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  • S. RES. 701 — Designating the week of May 19 through May 25, 2024, as “National Public Works Week”.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:280

    The resolution, S. RES. 701, designates the week of May 19 through May 25, 2024, as "National Public Works Week." It acknowledges the crucial role of public works professionals who design, build, and maintain essential infrastructure such as roads, water systems, and public buildings. It also...

    Simple Explanation

    S. RES. 701 wants to celebrate all the people who take care of important things like roads, water, and buildings by making the week from May 19 to May 25, 2024, special for them, called "National Public Works Week". It asks everyone to notice how important these workers are for keeping us safe and happy every day and especially during emergencies.

  • H. R. 7944 — To exempt certain entities from liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 with respect to releases of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:845

    The bill, titled the “Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act,” aims to shield certain entities such as public water systems and wastewater treatment facilities from being held responsible for costs linked to the release of specific hazardous substances known as PFAS under the...

    Simple Explanation

    This bill is like a safety net for water and wastewater treatment plants, so if they accidentally let out certain harmful chemicals (known as PFAS) while doing their job, they won't get in trouble, as long as they follow the rules. But if they do something really bad on purpose, they can still get in trouble.