The Trump administration is pushing to dismantle bans on toxic chemicals like PFAS and bisphenol that are currently upheld at the state level. This shift in policy could lead to heightened exposure of the public to these substances, which are associated with severe health risks, including cancer and hormonal disruption. Moreover, the plan threatens California's Proposition 65 and diminishes the few federal regulations that exist to protect consumers. Critics argue that by pre-empting state laws, the administration is prioritizing industrial interests over public health. The move underscores a growing influence of industry on environmental policy.
The plan aims to kill hundreds of bans on toxic PFAS forever chemicals, exposing the public to higher levels linked to serious health issues.
Changing how the EPA conducts chemical risk evaluations will preempt state laws, which provide crucial protections against hazardous substances in consumer products.
The Trump administration's approach could dismantle California's Proposition 65, jeopardizing public health measures and leaving consumers vulnerable to toxic chemicals.
Despite some progress under Biden, the industry has successfully blocked many federal restrictions on hazardous chemicals, indicating a troubling trajectory for consumer safety.
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