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Why persistence matters: the case for restricting PBTs

Real TSCA reform: Will you know it when you see it?

Tomorrow, Congress is expected to introduce a new law to update our nation’s outdated toxic chemical policy. Do you have the context you need to decide if they have done enough? Below you can find fact sheets and blogs describing the current law, the Toxic Substances Act of 1976, and why it needs to be updated. […]

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Why Persistence Matters: The Case for Restricting PBTs

By Nena Baker, author of The Body Toxic Persistence is a great trait if you’re job hunting, learning to play the piano or potty training your child. But when it comes to toxic chemicals, persistence is a characteristic that spells trouble for people, animals and the environment. Congress, as it sets about updating and reforming […]

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