Toxic Substances Control Act Rewrite Amid Chemical Lobby Efforts

The U.S. Congress is working on rewriting the Toxic Substances Control Act to address pressures from the chemical lobby to weaken health protections against harmful chemicals. The lobbying efforts include removing health-based reviews for new chemicals, relaxing controls on air pollution from plastic incinerators, and undermining state laws that inform the public about toxic substances in everyday products. Advocates emphasize the need for stronger protections against chemicals like PFAS and methylene chloride, which pose significant health risks.