Bill · H.R. 3817· House(119-HR-3817)
Toxic Health Threat Warning Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 6/6/2025
- Last activity
- 6/7/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
- Sponsored by
- Brian Mast
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Toxic Health Threat Warning Act of 2025," focuses on water safety regarding flood risk management structures. It requires the Secretary of the Army to determine if water contains cyanotoxins before any planned release. If the water contains cyanotoxins at levels greater than 8 parts-per-billion, specific notification steps must be taken. The Secretary must notify both the public and affected governments about the determination, the planned release, and potential human health effects. This process ensures that communities are warned before contaminated water is released.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+5
The bill enhances water safety by requiring testing and notification for cyanotoxin contamination.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
The bill increases transparency by requiring public and government notification of toxic water releases.
Would children be better off under this?+3
Ensuring water safety through notification can reduce health risks for vulnerable populations like children.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Advance Warning of Health Risks: The bill requires the Secretary to notify the public and affected governments about potential effects on human health before water is released (Section 2(b)). This ensures people are informed of risks before they occur.
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Mandatory Testing for Contamination: Before any planned release, the Secretary must determine if the water is contaminated with cyanotoxins based on tests (Section 2(a)). This adds a layer of verification regarding water safety.
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Targeted Notification for Local Authorities: The bill defines "affected government" to include State, local, or Tribal governments with jurisdiction over the area (Section 2(c)(1)). This ensures that local leaders are notified of the planned release and potential health risks.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+3Good For Native Americans+3Good For Low Income Households+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+5Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increases Federal Power+2
- 6/7/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
- 6/6/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Introduced in House