Sec. 5331. Report on adoption of graphite oxide-based firefighting foams
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Not later than February 1, 2026, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the progress and strategy of the Department of Defense for accelerating adoption of graphite oxide-based firefighting foams. The report required by subsection
(a)shall include the following: A summary of current testing, evaluation, and certification efforts for graphite oxide-based firefighting foams, including performance data and environmental assessments. An identification of any remaining technical, regulatory, or logistical barriers to full-scale adoption of such foams, along with proposed mitigation strategies. A timeline for the phased replacement throughout the Department of firefighting foams containing perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances with graphite oxide-based alternatives. A description of interagency coordination and partnerships with industry and academia to ensure such foams meet relevant safety, operational, and environmental standards for military use.