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Massachusetts Lawmakers Push Local Protections for Kids
Children in the United States are surrounded all day long by toxic chemicals. Toxic chemicals are in mattresses, bedding, car seats, strollers, lotions, sunscreens, shampoos, diapers, band-aids, clothing, and toys.
Bill to tackle PFAS pollution passes key House Public Health Committee in Massachusetts
A bill to protect public health from toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS passed a key hurdle in the state Legislature after winning passage in the House from the Joint Committee on Public Health.
NOHO Restaurants Teaming Up to Stop Trash in MA
NORTHAMPTON, MA: Local businesses are partnering with Clean Water Action and Recirclable to reduce trash. Participating restaurants are offering free reusable take-out containers that customers check out and return.
Mass. Dept. of Environmental Protection proposes diverting food waste from landfills, incinerators
Advocacy coalition Zero Waste Massachusetts applauds plan to dispose of uneaten food products and scraps in more responsible ways
Governor’s Environmental Vetoes are a Missed Leadership Opportunity
Today Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 682 (Allen) which was approved by the legislature last month and which would have banned PFAS or “forever chemicals” in six product categories - cookware, dental floss, children’s products not covered by previous legislation, non-paper based food packaging, ski wax, and cleaning products.