6PPD Task Force Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8357
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Environmental Protection
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-15T19:15:34Z
AI-Generated Summary
Summary of H.R. 8357: 6PPD Task Force Act
Purpose
This legislation aims to create a federal task force focused on studying and addressing the environmental and health effects of the chemical 6PPD (used in tires) and its byproduct 6PPD-Q, particularly its toxicity to coho salmon. It also seeks to support research and funding for safer alternatives while maintaining tire safety standards.
Key Provisions
- Task Force Creation: Requires the Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator, to establish the "6PPD Task Force" via an agreement with the National Academy of Sciences within 60 days of enactment.
- Duties of the Task Force:
- Improve data sharing among federal agencies, research institutions, and state, tribal, and local governments on 6PPD impacts and mitigation.
- Identify federal funding opportunities for studying 6PPD effects on aquatic species, human health, and the environment, and for developing alternatives.
- Recommend ways to speed up testing of safer alternatives and encourage their market adoption.
- Share best practices for mitigation, such as street sweeping and stormwater treatment.
- Research non-tire exposure pathways, including artificial turf, playgrounds, and other rubber materials.
- Maintain an online repository for funding info, reports, and resources accessible to tribes, governments, manufacturers, universities, and the public.
- Membership: Includes designees from key federal agencies (Transportation, EPA, Agriculture, USGS, Fish and Wildlife Service, NOAA, NIH, CDC), plus at least four tribal representatives from the western U.S. coast, four from the private sector (two tire manufacturers, two chemical additive makers), one from the environmental community, two from state agencies with 6PPD programs, and one from a university research institution.
- Operations: Co-chaired by Transportation and EPA designees; meets at least three times per year; exempt from the Federal Advisory Committee Act.
- Reporting: Requires an initial report within 180 days, followed by annual reports to the House Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure and Energy and Commerce, the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, and the public. Reports must include findings, recommendations, and a list of consulted stakeholders.
- Findings Section: Notes 6PPD's role in tire durability, its transformation into the toxic 6PPD-Q via stormwater runoff affecting coho salmon, existing private-sector alternative efforts, and the need to balance safety standards with environmental and national security concerns.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This bill introduces new requirements for interagency coordination and research support on 6PPD without directly amending prior statutes. It establishes a dedicated task force outside standard federal advisory rules, creating a framework for ongoing collaboration that does not exist under current law.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: Promotes cross-agency data sharing and resource allocation among Transportation, EPA, and other entities, potentially streamlining environmental research but requiring new administrative efforts.
- Citizens: Could lead to reduced exposure risks to 6PPD-Q through improved water quality and alternative tire chemicals, benefiting public health and recreational fishing.
- International Relations: Limited direct effects, though findings highlight national security and domestic supply chain benefits from developing U.S.-based alternatives.
- Broader Effects: Encourages private-sector innovation in tire manufacturing while addressing stormwater and environmental concerns.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Federal agencies (Departments of Transportation, EPA, Agriculture, Interior, Commerce, Health and Human Services).
- Tribal governments, especially those on the western U.S. coast.
- State and local governments, including transportation departments and metropolitan planning organizations.
- Private sector entities such as tire manufacturers and chemical suppliers.
- Environmental organizations, universities, and research institutions.
- The general public, through access to reports and potential environmental improvements.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
The exemption from the Federal Advisory Committee Act allows the task force greater flexibility in operations and membership. The focus on science-based recommendations and public reporting may influence future environmental regulations, while the emphasis on maintaining vehicle safety standards underscores compliance with existing transportation laws. No major constitutional issues are raised in the bill text.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]
Cosponsors (5)
Rep. Randall, Emily [D-WA-6], Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6], Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7], Rep. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8], Rep. Bynum, Janelle S. [D-OR-5]
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Energy and Commerce, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-04-16: Introduced in House
- 2026-04-16: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- 6PPD Task Force Act — issued 2026-04-16 — PDF (9 pages)