From PennEnvironment (http://www.pennenvironment.org): About two weeks ago, a chemical train derailed in eastern Ohio, spilling hazardous chemicals that caught on fire, endangering the surrounding community. 1,500 people were evacuated for their safety. Officials have given the all clear for the … Continued
From the Environmental Defense Fund (https://www.edf.org/): We all deserve to live in a healthy, vibrant community. Yet many Americans are at a greater risk from toxic chemicals because of where they live, work, and play. Today, many neighborhoods are located … Continued
Posted at http://www.publicnewsservice.org/2016-05-26/toxics/major-toxic-substances-control-bill-clears-house/a52124-1 May 26, 2016 – Andrea Sears, Public News Service (PA)Play Audio in Browser Window HARRISBURG, Pa. – A bill to significantly strengthen the Toxic Substances Control Act should soon be law across the country. The 1976 law … Continued