The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) set strict standards in April and said the standards would prevent thousands of deaths and reduce serious illnesses linked to these toxic substances. But industry groups, including the American Chemistry Council and the National Association of Manufacturers, argue that the EPA has overstepped its authority. They call the rule “arbitrary, capricious, and an abuse of discretion.”
PFAS, which are widespread in the environment and often found in human blood, have been linked to a variety of health problems, including cancer, developmental delays in children, and reduced fertility in women. The new standards have also raised concerns among utilities, who fear compliance costs could well exceed the EPA’s $1.5 billion annual estimate.
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