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Legislators in Ohio introduced Ohio House Bill 983, which aims to regulate data center development across the state. Key provisions include requiring voter approval for new construction exceeding one megawatt and imposing stringent standards for air emissions and water discharge, while also banning local tax incentives for related facilities.

Baton Rouge General highlights ways to reduce exposure to PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals,' which are present in products like nonstick cookware and food packaging. The article suggests using PFAS-free cookware, storing food in glass or stainless-steel containers, and checking community drinking water quality to mitigate risks.

Inside Climate News reporter Lisa Sorg discusses PFAS litigation and regulatory developments related to GenX contamination from a Chemours factory in North Carolina. The article highlights a lawsuit settlement affecting 2,500 property owners and a Trump administration regulatory action, both of which have drawn public frustration.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defends Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) activists, citing anxiety among minority and low-income groups over the healthcare system. She criticizes corporate corruption in agriculture and government, linking it to issues like PFAS contamination and rising healthcare costs.

North Carolina leaders are opposing a chemical company's proposed deal concerning PFAS contamination in a river. The deal reportedly proceeded without consultation with the state's Department of Justice or Department of Environmental Quality.

North Carolina leaders are urging a federal court to reject a proposed $450 million EPA settlement with Chemours over PFAS pollution from the Fayetteville plant, arguing it excludes North Carolina from negotiations and fails to address harm to residents. The settlement requires Chemours to fund water cleanup projects but allocates none of the funds to North Carolina, which claims 500,000 residents and 10,000 private wells were impacted by contamination.

The article criticizes the Champlain Valley School District board for failing to engage the public transparently on an artificial turf project, including refusing to allow questions for their consultant and withholding a memorandum of understanding. It references a 2019 Brattleboro case where community debate led to shelving a similar proposal, emphasizing the need for accountability in multimillion-dollar decisions involving environmental and health risks.

Minnesota lawmakers failed to pass a bill regulating toxic phthalates during the 2026 legislative session. Phthalates, found in plastics, personal care products, and food packaging, disrupt reproductive health by interfering with the Hypothalamic–Pituitary–Gonadal (HPG) axis. The article highlights challenges in consumer awareness due to labeling loopholes and the need for safer alternatives.

France is addressing rising concerns over toxins like pesticides, PFAS, and cadmium in food, with a March report showing French residents have up to four times higher unsafe cadmium levels compared to European counterparts. Campaigners highlight the challenge of reducing exposure while managing public anxiety.

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson opposes the EPA's proposal to loosen restrictions on four PFAS chemicals in drinking water, joining 17 states and the District of Columbia in urging the agency to rescind the rollback. The proposal would eliminate federal requirements for testing these toxic substances, including GenX, linked to health risks like liver and kidney damage.

Chemours and its predecessor DuPont discharged PFAS 'forever chemicals' into the Cape Fear River for over 30 years, causing widespread environmental and health concerns. The Trump administration faces criticism for inadequate responses to PFAS pollution, while lawsuits and regulatory actions seek accountability for the contamination.

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson criticized a $450 million EPA-chemours settlement over PFAS pollution, arguing it excludes North Carolina residents and allocates most funds to other states. The deal, which requires federal court approval, would provide up to $90 million over 15 years for water cleanup projects, but Jackson claims it guarantees nothing for North Carolina. Public comments on the agreement are due by July 29.

Peterson Air Force Base notified PPREF in 2016 that firefighting foam containing PFAS contaminated Venetucci Farms and much of Fountain’s drinking water. The contamination posed a significant risk to the farm and local water supply.

A lawsuit involving 2,658 North Carolina residents, including Mike Watters, against Chemours for PFAS contamination of the Cape Fear River and surrounding areas has settled out of court. Plaintiffs sought compensation for health risks and property devaluation caused by GenX and other 'forever chemicals' released by the Fayetteville Works Plant.

New Jersey is among more than a dozen states working to collect, remove, and destroy aqueous film-forming foam laced with cancer-linked PFAS.

Lawmakers are delaying action on PFAS, leading to health risks for mothers and newborns. Communities are being told that contaminated water and health issues during pregnancy and childbirth are acceptable losses.

Residents of the Champlain Valley School District presented arguments against an artificial turf proposal at a school board meeting, but the board refused to address public questions, conducted a closed-door session, and approved the proposal without explanations. The decision faced criticism for lacking transparency, ignoring public preferences for natural grass, and failing to provide financial or safety justifications.

Firefighting gear manufacturers, including 3M and DuPont affiliates, seek dismissal of a Montana class action lawsuit alleging they concealed PFAS chemical dangers in protective gear. Plaintiffs, including Butte-Silver Bow and other municipalities, claim PFAS in the gear causes health risks, while defendants argue plaintiffs lack standing as indirect purchasers. The case may be consolidated with other national PFAS-related lawsuits.

New York's attorney general filed a lawsuit against major chemical companies for manufacturing and marketing products with toxic forever chemicals, specifically PFAS. The lawsuit alleges the companies knowingly contributed to pollution through these products.

New York sued 3M and DuPont over contamination of the state’s drinking water with toxic PFAS chemicals, alleging increased cancer risks and other health issues. The lawsuit claims the companies knew of the risks but failed to warn consumers and continued using PFAS in products like nonstick cookware and fabric treatments.

The US Food and Drug Administration rejected a petition to set limits on toxic PFAS 'forever chemicals' in food, despite the Environmental Protection Agency identifying food as the largest source of PFAS exposure. Testing revealed some contaminated foods contain PFAS levels equivalent to drinking multiple glasses of contaminated water.

The US Food and Drug Administration rejected a legal petition to set limits on toxic Pfas 'forever chemicals' in food, despite the Environmental Protection Agency identifying food as the largest source of Pfas exposure. Testing has shown some contaminated foods contain Pfas levels comparable to drinking multiple glasses of contaminated water.

The article states that less than 2% of PFAS emissions can be removed from the environment even with significant investments. A PFAS analysis was conducted at the Bureau Veritas laboratory in Marcq-en-Barœul, France, on June 17, 2026.

Massachusetts faces widespread PFAS contamination in 176 public water systems across 99 cities and towns, with residents bearing cleanup costs. PFAS, toxic 'forever chemicals' linked to health risks, persist in water due to industrial discharge and product waste, despite state legal limits. A task force has been established to address the issue.

New research from the University of Notre Dame reveals how PFAS chemicals accumulate in the Great Lakes ecosystem, increasing in concentration as they move up the food chain. The study, published in the Journal of Environmental Quality, found a decline in PFOS levels in lower lakes but not in the upper lakes, highlighting the persistence of these 'forever chemicals' in the environment.

A University of Notre Dame study analyzed 42 years of data to track PFAS chemicals in the Great Lakes food web, finding lower concentrations in Lakes Michigan, Huron, and Superior compared to Ontario and Erie. The study noted a decline in PFOS levels over two decades following its industry phase-out but highlighted bioaccumulation in predators like salmon and eagles.

North Carolina's new budget allocates $22 million for a PFAS study via the UNC-Chapel Hill Collaboratory, which will be classified as a legislative entity with results kept confidential. Critics argue this move bypasses the state's environmental agency and delays accountability for PFAS pollution linked to health risks like cancer.

Virginia’s new budget allocates $2 million annually for cancer screenings for firefighters, addressing their heightened risk due to exposure to carcinogens. The initiative, supported by Governor Abigail Spanberger and lawmakers, aims to detect cancer early through grants for localities. Firefighters face risks from chemicals in gear and smoke, with some filing lawsuits over PFAS exposure linked to health issues.

Virginia has received millions to address PFAS water contamination, but officials warn that resolving the issue could require hundreds of millions more. PFAS, linked to health issues, have been detected in the state's drinking water systems.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a groundwater cleanup plan for BASF’s site in Wyandotte, Michigan, addressing contaminants like heavy metals, PFAS, and organic compounds. The plan includes perimeter barriers, groundwater extraction, and on-site treatment, with construction starting in 2027. Local groups have long criticized pollution at the site, which borders the Detroit River and a drinking water intake.

UF scientists found severe PFAS contamination in Gemini Springs, Volusia County, highlighting the widespread presence of cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' in Florida. Lobby firms representing chemical industry groups also advise local governments dealing with PFAS pollution, creating conflicts of interest. PFAS, linked to multiple cancers and liver toxicity, persist in the environment and human blood.

Chemours Co. will pay $450 million in penalties and relief programs to West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey to settle a case involving illegal discharges of PFAS 'forever chemicals.' The Trump administration called the settlement a step toward holding polluters accountable while allowing Chemours to continue manufacturing PFAS for commercial and military use.

Community leaders in North Carolina are raising concerns about the environmental and health impacts of data centers, including water pollution linked to PFAS and corporate projects in lower-income communities. Residents like Carroll Olinger and Shaun Ingram highlight risks to public health and opposition to developments such as Amazon's $10 billion data center in Richmond County.

Chemours Co will pay $450 million to settle a case involving illegal discharges of 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) across three states. The settlement includes a $22.5 million civil penalty and $90 million over 15 years to mitigate PFAS discharges in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey.

The Trump administration reached a $450 million settlement with Chemours Co. over illegal discharges of PFAS 'forever chemicals' in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey. The agreement includes penalties, pollution controls, and clean water provisions for affected communities, allowing Chemours to continue manufacturing PFAS while mitigating future contamination.

The Trump administration reached a $450 million settlement with chemical company Chemours over illegal discharges of PFAS 'forever chemicals' in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey. The agreement includes a $22.5 million penalty, $90 million for mitigation, and pollution controls to reduce contamination and provide clean water to affected communities.

The Trump administration reached a $450 million settlement with chemical company Chemours Co. over illegal discharges of PFAS, requiring the company to pay penalties, mitigate pollution in three states, and implement controls to protect public health. The settlement allows Chemours to continue manufacturing PFAS for commercial and military use while addressing past contamination.

A panel of experts highlighted contamination in Lake Memphremagog, a drinking water source for 200,000 Quebec residents, due to PFAS and landfill leachate. Municipalities around the lake oppose discharging treated or untreated leachate into the watershed, citing environmental injustice and inadequate treatment standards. Current leachate practices risk long-term contamination, with captured PFAS being returned to landfills instead of being destroyed.

The Trump administration has rolled back environmental protections, including rescinding the EPA's greenhouse gas endangerment finding and weakening vehicle emissions standards, while Illinois under Gov. JB Pritzker and Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director James Jennings has strengthened protections, particularly addressing PFAS chemicals.

The article discusses a potential climate meeting in London or Brussels, focusing on topics such as network codes, heatwaves, and PFAS. It questions the significance of the meeting's location.