Congress has introduced dozens of bills. Litigation is growing. And federal officials are getting serious about cleanup.
Now, so-called forever chemicals that inhabit the blood of nearly every American are getting lobbyists' attention. benvgo.com/5OUUyP3
Now, so-called forever chemicals that inhabit the blood of nearly every American are getting lobbyists' attention. benvgo.com/5OUUyP3
#PFAS chemicals have invaded the U.S. water supply, thanks mostly to discharges from manufacturers and the military's use of firefighting foam
Utilities are concerned about being stuck with major expenses, while many states are writing their own guidance or legislation on PFAS.
Utilities are concerned about being stuck with major expenses, while many states are writing their own guidance or legislation on PFAS.
The boom in legislation has sparked a major increase in lobbying. In 2017, only four entities mentioned the issue in government lobbying reports. In 2018, the number grew to 35, and by 2019, it rocketed to 164. 
More water utilities—which have pushed back against certain provisions to clean up PFAS—have lobbied on regulation of the chemicals than any other group. They rank above the air travel industry, cities, and chemical companies, our analysis shows.
One basic question underlies the debate over what to do about one of the most pervasive threats to U.S. health in years:
Who is going to pay to clean up this mess? Read more about #foreverchemicals in our series, Forever Litigation: the PFAS Project 👉 blawgo.com/pt5fNYu
Who is going to pay to clean up this mess? Read more about #foreverchemicals in our series, Forever Litigation: the PFAS Project 👉 blawgo.com/pt5fNYu
