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PFAS
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NY Disability Law Blog
Department of Defense’s Delayed Response to Toxic Chemical Exposure
In 2011, the Department of Defense’s Emerging Chemical program released a report that detailed the risks of exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These substances are known as PFAS, and…
The Nickel Report
Companies that Manufacture or Distribute Pesticides or Foods in Polyethylene Containers Should Track FDA, EPA, and USDA Activities on PFAS
By Nancy B. Beck, PhD, DABT, Matthew Z. Leopold, Gregory R. Wall
In January, EPA obtained data that some mosquito control pesticides contained detectable levels of certain PFAS. In a joint investigation with the State of Massachusetts, EPA found that fluorinated high-density…
Policyholder Pulse
PFAS Enforcement and Liability Is on the Rise—Insurance Can Help
By Matthew G. Jeweler, William C. Miller
A key component of a company’s risk management function is to keep a close eye on new and developing sources of liability and to put in place appropriate insurance to…
PFAS and Emerging Contaminants
California Requires PFAS Investigation at Refineries and Terminals Statewide
The California State Water Resources Control Board (“State Water Board”) has issued an Order to approximately 160 bulk fuel storage terminals and refineries in California requiring implementation of a PFAS…
Hunton Retail Law Resource
Do You Import Products for Commercial Sale? Have You Heard About the ‘Forever Chemicals?’
By Nancy B. Beck, PhD, DABT, Matthew Z. Leopold, Gregory R. Wall
In an unprecedented and broad action, EPA has proposed a rule that would require reporting of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances by manufacturers and importers under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
S&W Environmental, Natural Resources, Oil and Gas Law
U.S. House Passes PFAS Action Act of 2021
By Chris Colyer
by Patrick J. Paul On Wednesday July 21, 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the PFAS Action Act of 2021. The bill, H.R. 2467, passed 241-183 demonstrating its bipartisan…
The Nickel Report
ICYMI: Recent Chemical and PFAS Agency Activities
Care about Drinking Water Regulations? 7.22.2021 Request for Comment and Public Workshop for California Drinking Water Public Health Goals for PFOA and PFOS: The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard…
The Daily Intake
House Revives and Passes PFAS Bill
The House of Representatives passed the PFAS Action Act to regulate the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on July 21, 2021. The bill’s passing follows FDA’s recently published…
Environmental Law Next
U.S. House Passes Bill Requiring EPA to Regulate PFAS Compounds
By Ann Zwick
On July 21, 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the PFAS Action Act of 2011, requiring EPA to establish nationwide drinking water standards for PFOA and PFOS, two of…
S&W Environmental, Natural Resources, Oil and Gas Law
Delaware Companies Agree to $50 Million PFAS Settlement
By Chris Colyer
by Patrick J. Paul In what has been described by some as a landmark environmental justice resolution, on July 13, 2021, Delaware-based companies DuPont, Chemours and Corteva agreed to pay…