Articles tagged as: PFAS
March 21, 2024
How can you tell if a product has toxic PFAS? Lack of labeling laws make it hard for consumers
Right now, the federal government doesn't require products that contain PFAS to be labeled, and doesn't check companies' claims that products are PFAS-free. But states are rising to the challenge.
Read MoreMarch 18, 2024
A bill to secure industry use of toxic PFAS is dead – for now. How could it have harmed Hoosiers?
Indiana manufacturers pushed to change the state's definition of toxic PFAS to ensure they can continue using some of those chemicals. That effort failed at the Statehouse. But we'll likely see more legislation like this as manufacturers try to hold on to chemicals the federal government wants to limit.
Read MoreJanuary 24, 2024
Bill to allow industry use of some toxic PFAS passes Indiana House
A bill that would change the definition of toxic PFAS to exclude chemicals Indiana manufacturers want to continue using passed the House on Tuesday.
Read MoreJanuary 18, 2024
Industry groups aim to change Indiana definition of PFAS, fear the toxic chemicals will be banned
Indiana manufacturers want to continue to be able to use certain types of toxic PFAS. A state House bill, HB 1399, aims to change the definition of PFAS under Indiana law to exclude the specific chemicals they want to use.
Read MoreDecember 12, 2023
Indiana manufacturers want to continue using toxic PFAS, aim to pass legislation
State legislators passed two laws aimed at protecting firefighters from toxic PFAS this year, and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce wants to make sure the laws don't prevent Indiana manufacturers from using PFAS.
Read MoreOctober 23, 2023
Purdue research aims to see how toxic PFAS affects aquatic life in the real world
The human-made chemicals are found in all kinds of nonstick and stain-resistant products we use today.
Read MoreSeptember 7, 2023
Columbus plans to lower toxic PFAS in drinking water, 6 more utilities have unhealthy levels
As of late August, toxic PFAS has been found at levels above federal health guidelines in the treated drinking water at six more large utilities in Indiana. That includes utilities serving the cities of East Chicago, Madison and Ramsey as well as Lake, Jackson and Johnson counties.
Read MoreJuly 19, 2023
What to do if there are PFAS in your water
So far, IDEM has found unhealthy levels of PFAS in 19 drinking water utilities . Some listeners who get their water from these utilities wanted to know how they can protect themselves and their families.
Read MoreMay 30, 2023
State retests midsize Indiana drinking water utilities for PFAS, 10 have unhealthy levels
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has now identified 19 drinking water utilities that have levels of PFAS above federal health guidelines.
Read MoreMay 16, 2023
Not just firefighters: Experts say other workers likely exposed to PFAS in gear, uniforms and beyond
Indiana has two new laws that aim to highlight and begin addressing the risks firefighters face from wearing gear that contains PFAS. Experts say those chemicals likely increase the risk of cancer and other health issues. Those experts also say the risk goes beyond just firefighters.
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