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PFAS

Short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which are a group of manufactured chemicals used in many industrial and consumer products. They are often called 'forever chemicals' because they break down very slowly in the environment and in the human body.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

A U.S. government agency responsible for protecting human health and the environment by writing and enforcing regulations based on laws passed by Congress.

Authorization of Appropriations

A legislative act that establishes a government program or agency and indicates the maximum amount of money that Congress *may* provide for that program or agency. It does not actually provide the money, but permits a separate appropriations bill to do so.

Fiscal Year

A 12-month period used by government and businesses for budgeting and accounting. In the U.S. federal government, the fiscal year begins on October 1 and ends on September 30 of the following calendar year.