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It wasn’t until the introduction of the Clean Air Act in 1970 that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was able to legally regulate asbestos, specifically the use of spray-on asbestos products. In 1976, the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) was passed, which allowed for additional restrictions on the mineral’s usage and eventually became the basis of a failed phase out of asbestos products in 1989. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. MORE
On August 18, 2021, the U.S. MORE
The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change will hold a hearing on October 27, 2021 , on “ TSCA and Public Health: Fulfilling the Promise of the Lautenberg Act.” We must protect consumers from exposure to toxic substances and ensure the Environmental Protection Agency is using the tools Congress granted it to protect public health.” ” The Subcommittee will discuss the implementation of the Lautenberg Act and the U.S. MORE
The announcement states that Freedhoff’s legislative work includes the 2016 re-authorization of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), 2019 legislation to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination, the fuel economy provisions in the 2007 Energy Independence and Security Act, and a law requiring the creation of an online database of potential consumer product safety defects By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. MORE
Acting on PFAS was a steadfast part of President Biden’s environmental campaign promises. PFAS Action Act of 2021 , bipartisan bill introduced to the US House of Representatives. Designate PFOA and PFOS as a “hazardous substances” within one year and determine if other PFAS should be designated within five years under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), known as Superfund. Updated PFBS Toxicity Assessment released by EPA. MORE
These are not “laws” per se but act as such within a regulatory framework. It can also apply a method of land management on a kind of understanding of acting responsibly and ethically. In medicinal use, it's the substance that attacks the bacteria/virus/tumor. MORE
In a recent letter , the EPA Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assistance announced that state environmental protection agencies must continue with their required planned inspection commitments of businesses under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA); Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Safe Drinking Water Act(SDWA), Clean Air Act (CAA); Clean Water Act (CWA); Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA); and Underground Storage Tank programs. MORE
If the concern is specific toxic chemicals, but the sampling was for, say iron, the sampling is not helpful. TCDD is a specific environmental contaminant that is particularly toxic. Clean Water Act. The Clean Water Act has many other elements. The Clean Air Act. MORE
Our primary focus continues to be on chemical substances which are the subject of regulatory activity or scrutiny by various government agencies and potential litigants. EPA Added Substances to Safer Chemical Ingredients List. Action on Toxics v. Action on Toxics v. MORE
It is not something you want to hear about toxic chemicals. of Americans have measurable concentrations of a now-ubiquitous class of toxic chemicals in their blood known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl, or. Efforts to protect public health and the environment from PFAS have been hampered by major gaps in both federal and state law and the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) unwillingness to act. Safe Drinking Water Act. Toxic Substances Control Act. MORE
By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. On October 1, 2021, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of the Draft FY 2022-2026 EPA Strategic Plan. 86 Fed. 54448. The draft Strategic Plan communicates EPA’s priorities and provides the roadmap for achieving its mission to protect human health and the environment. MORE
Our primary focus continues to be on chemical substances which are the subject of regulatory activity or scrutiny by various government agencies and potential litigants. PFAS Accountability Act of 2021 Would Create Federal Cause of Action for PFAS Exposure. Action on Toxics v. MORE
On October 18, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a national Strategic Roadmap to protect public health and the environment from PFAS pollution. MORE
That’s the lesson of the dozens of cases and state-led initiatives related to toxic chemicals and pesticides that have been decided this year. Despite the emerging information about the threats from toxic chemicals, the. Mercury and Air Toxics Standards. MORE
Todd Young’s (R-IN) Endless Frontiers Act from the last Congress, Biden endorses investing $50 billion to create a new technology directorate in the National Science Foundation to fund research on topics like semiconductors and advanced computing, advanced communications technology, advanced energy technologies and biotechnology. Meanwhile, Senate Majority Whip Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Science Committee member Bill Foster (D-IL) reintroduced the American Innovation Act ( S. MORE
” This complimentary virtual conference marks the fifth Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Annual Conference, reflecting on the accomplishments and challenges since the implementation of the 2016 Lautenberg Amendments and where TSCA stands today. Dianne Barton , Council Chair, National Tribal Toxics Council. Gartner , Managing Attorney, Toxic Exposure & Health Program, Earthjustice. A Timely and Essential Complimentary Conference. MORE
Examples of these additional statutory requirements include: the Food Quality Protection Act. the Safe Drinking Water Act , the Clean Air Act , and. the Toxic Substances Control Act. By Jeanne Briskin. Director of the Office of Children’s Health Protection. MORE
CERLCA imposes a joint and several liability scheme that holds certain entities ( e.g. , certain owners and operators, generators, arrangers, and transporters of hazardous substances) liable for the costs or damages associated with environmental remediation. MORE
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has prepared a strategic plan for the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) for fiscal years (FY) 2021-2023. By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. The U.S. MORE
In the months since our 2020 update on federal actions affecting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has continued to take action on its PFAS Action Plan. Biden Backed Congressional Action to Designate PFAS as Hazardous Substances. MORE
” For decades, the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) has been regarded as a “chemical producer” law that retailers, product manufacturers, and other “article” manufacturers could, for the most part, comfortably ignore. By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. is pleased to announce that Lynn L. MORE
In FY 2022, EPA will advance public health by providing an additional $15 million and 87 full-time equivalent employees (FTE) to build agency capacity in managing chemical safety and toxic substances under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Tackling the Climate Crisis with the Urgency Science Demands: The FY 2022 budget recognizes the opportunity in tackling the climate crisis by developing the technologies and solutions that will drive new markets and create good paying jobs. MORE
Environmental Protection agency posted its proposed Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Read the full story from the American Coatings Association. On June 28, the U.S. MORE
Furthermore, making a polymer by depolymerizing plastic is, according to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) nomenclature rules, different than the virgin polymer. By Lynn L. Bergeson. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) posted a WatchBlog item entitled “ Can Chemical Recycling Reduce Plastic Pollution? ” on October 5, 2021. The item looks at GAO’s September 2021 Science & Tech Spotlight: Advanced Plastic Recycling. MORE
Our primary focus continues to be on chemical substances which are the subject of regulatory activity or scrutiny by various government agencies and potential litigants. EPA Issued Test Orders to Collect Additional Data on Nine Substances Undergoing Risk Evaluation. Action on Toxics v. MORE
This week the Biden Administration released their PFAS Strategic Roadmap which sets forth ambitious action on regulation of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) pollution, including targeted action with deadlines for eight different federal agencies. Evaluate Toxicity of PFAS Compounds. MORE
The announcement includes the following actions: New OCSPP Science Policy Council and New Science Policy Advisor Position: OCSPP is forming a new internal advisory group, the OCSPP Science Policy Council, to provide advisory support and recommendations on science policy and scientific integrity issues that arise within its Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) and Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP). By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. The U.S. MORE
million after finding DuPont liable for dumping toxic chemicals into drinking water near its Washington Works Plant in Parkersburg, West Virginia. million for negligence and $500,000 for emotional distress) after finding DuPont liable for leaking a toxic chemical into drinking water near one of its plants. Summary: An Ohio jury awards $1.6 MORE
Boehner is right in thinking that the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA) and Clean Water Act (CWA). Citizens must use a Freedom of Information Act request to access the records on paper. MCHM hasn’t been tested for toxicity effects in over 40 years, and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention does not have any hazard information about it. Summary: . MORE
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JULY 26, 2021
Environmental Protection agency posted its proposed Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Read the full story from the American Coatings Association. On June 28, the U.S.
Brag
OCTOBER 25, 2021
The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change will hold a hearing on October 27, 2021 , on “ TSCA and Public Health: Fulfilling the Promise of the Lautenberg Act.” We must protect consumers from exposure to toxic substances and ensure the Environmental Protection Agency is using the tools Congress granted it to protect public health.” ” The Subcommittee will discuss the implementation of the Lautenberg Act and the U.S.
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Nanotech
AUGUST 18, 2021
On August 18, 2021, the U.S.
Brag
OCTOBER 12, 2021
Furthermore, making a polymer by depolymerizing plastic is, according to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) nomenclature rules, different than the virgin polymer. By Lynn L. Bergeson. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) posted a WatchBlog item entitled “ Can Chemical Recycling Reduce Plastic Pollution? ” on October 5, 2021. The item looks at GAO’s September 2021 Science & Tech Spotlight: Advanced Plastic Recycling.
Brag
JUNE 17, 2021
The announcement states that Freedhoff’s legislative work includes the 2016 re-authorization of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), 2019 legislation to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination, the fuel economy provisions in the 2007 Energy Independence and Security Act, and a law requiring the creation of an online database of potential consumer product safety defects By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton.
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 18, 2021
On October 18, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a national Strategic Roadmap to protect public health and the environment from PFAS pollution.
Environment Next
AUGUST 4, 2020
In a recent letter , the EPA Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assistance announced that state environmental protection agencies must continue with their required planned inspection commitments of businesses under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA); Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Safe Drinking Water Act(SDWA), Clean Air Act (CAA); Clean Water Act (CWA); Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA); and Underground Storage Tank programs.
Brag
OCTOBER 20, 2021
By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. On October 1, 2021, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of the Draft FY 2022-2026 EPA Strategic Plan. 86 Fed. 54448. The draft Strategic Plan communicates EPA’s priorities and provides the roadmap for achieving its mission to protect human health and the environment.
Ohio Environmental Law
OCTOBER 23, 2021
This week the Biden Administration released their PFAS Strategic Roadmap which sets forth ambitious action on regulation of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) pollution, including targeted action with deadlines for eight different federal agencies. Evaluate Toxicity of PFAS Compounds.
Brag
OCTOBER 19, 2021
The announcement includes the following actions: New OCSPP Science Policy Council and New Science Policy Advisor Position: OCSPP is forming a new internal advisory group, the OCSPP Science Policy Council, to provide advisory support and recommendations on science policy and scientific integrity issues that arise within its Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) and Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP). By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. The U.S.
Brag
JUNE 4, 2021
In FY 2022, EPA will advance public health by providing an additional $15 million and 87 full-time equivalent employees (FTE) to build agency capacity in managing chemical safety and toxic substances under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Tackling the Climate Crisis with the Urgency Science Demands: The FY 2022 budget recognizes the opportunity in tackling the climate crisis by developing the technologies and solutions that will drive new markets and create good paying jobs.
Brag
MAY 27, 2021
” This complimentary virtual conference marks the fifth Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Annual Conference, reflecting on the accomplishments and challenges since the implementation of the 2016 Lautenberg Amendments and where TSCA stands today. Dianne Barton , Council Chair, National Tribal Toxics Council. Gartner , Managing Attorney, Toxic Exposure & Health Program, Earthjustice. A Timely and Essential Complimentary Conference.
Brag
MAY 21, 2021
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has prepared a strategic plan for the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) for fiscal years (FY) 2021-2023. By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. The U.S.
EPA
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Examples of these additional statutory requirements include: the Food Quality Protection Act. the Safe Drinking Water Act , the Clean Air Act , and. the Toxic Substances Control Act. By Jeanne Briskin. Director of the Office of Children’s Health Protection.
Cole Sholtz
APRIL 30, 2021
Acting on PFAS was a steadfast part of President Biden’s environmental campaign promises. PFAS Action Act of 2021 , bipartisan bill introduced to the US House of Representatives. Designate PFOA and PFOS as a “hazardous substances” within one year and determine if other PFAS should be designated within five years under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), known as Superfund. Updated PFBS Toxicity Assessment released by EPA.
Vermont Law
FEBRUARY 15, 2016
million after finding DuPont liable for dumping toxic chemicals into drinking water near its Washington Works Plant in Parkersburg, West Virginia. million for negligence and $500,000 for emotional distress) after finding DuPont liable for leaking a toxic chemical into drinking water near one of its plants. Summary: An Ohio jury awards $1.6
Clean Energy Law
JULY 16, 2019
CERLCA imposes a joint and several liability scheme that holds certain entities ( e.g. , certain owners and operators, generators, arrangers, and transporters of hazardous substances) liable for the costs or damages associated with environmental remediation.
Vermont Law
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
It is not something you want to hear about toxic chemicals. of Americans have measurable concentrations of a now-ubiquitous class of toxic chemicals in their blood known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl, or. Efforts to protect public health and the environment from PFAS have been hampered by major gaps in both federal and state law and the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) unwillingness to act. Safe Drinking Water Act. Toxic Substances Control Act.
Vermont Law
APRIL 29, 2018
It wasn’t until the introduction of the Clean Air Act in 1970 that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was able to legally regulate asbestos, specifically the use of spray-on asbestos products. In 1976, the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) was passed, which allowed for additional restrictions on the mineral’s usage and eventually became the basis of a failed phase out of asbestos products in 1989. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act.
Environmental Science
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
These are not “laws” per se but act as such within a regulatory framework. It can also apply a method of land management on a kind of understanding of acting responsibly and ethically. In medicinal use, it's the substance that attacks the bacteria/virus/tumor.
Vermont Law
FEBRUARY 10, 2014
Boehner is right in thinking that the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA) and Clean Water Act (CWA). Citizens must use a Freedom of Information Act request to access the records on paper. MCHM hasn’t been tested for toxicity effects in over 40 years, and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention does not have any hazard information about it. Summary: .
Environmental Science
JULY 30, 2018
If the concern is specific toxic chemicals, but the sampling was for, say iron, the sampling is not helpful. TCDD is a specific environmental contaminant that is particularly toxic. Clean Water Act. The Clean Water Act has many other elements. The Clean Air Act.
Vermont Law
DECEMBER 19, 2018
That’s the lesson of the dozens of cases and state-led initiatives related to toxic chemicals and pesticides that have been decided this year. Despite the emerging information about the threats from toxic chemicals, the. Mercury and Air Toxics Standards.
Arnold Porter
JUNE 2, 2021
In the months since our 2020 update on federal actions affecting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has continued to take action on its PFAS Action Plan. Biden Backed Congressional Action to Designate PFAS as Hazardous Substances.
Arnold Porter
JUNE 2, 2021
Our primary focus continues to be on chemical substances which are the subject of regulatory activity or scrutiny by various government agencies and potential litigants. EPA Issued Test Orders to Collect Additional Data on Nine Substances Undergoing Risk Evaluation. Action on Toxics v.
ESA
APRIL 5, 2021
Todd Young’s (R-IN) Endless Frontiers Act from the last Congress, Biden endorses investing $50 billion to create a new technology directorate in the National Science Foundation to fund research on topics like semiconductors and advanced computing, advanced communications technology, advanced energy technologies and biotechnology. Meanwhile, Senate Majority Whip Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Science Committee member Bill Foster (D-IL) reintroduced the American Innovation Act ( S.
Arnold Porter
JUNE 2, 2021
Our primary focus continues to be on chemical substances which are the subject of regulatory activity or scrutiny by various government agencies and potential litigants. PFAS Accountability Act of 2021 Would Create Federal Cause of Action for PFAS Exposure. Action on Toxics v.
Arnold Porter
AUGUST 26, 2021
Our primary focus continues to be on chemical substances which are the subject of regulatory activity or scrutiny by various government agencies and potential litigants. EPA Added Substances to Safer Chemical Ingredients List. Action on Toxics v. Action on Toxics v.
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