In regards to the current overhaul of the Toxic Substances Control Act a number of state environmental commissioners and directors have signed and released the States’ Principles on Reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act. The December 2, 2009 document details what they believe should become of the reformed TSCA, which may include:
-Require Chemical Data Reporting
-Demonstrate Chemicals and Products are Safe
-Prioritize Chemicals of Concern
-Protect the Most Vulnerable
-Promote Safer Chemicals and Products
-Address Emerging Contaminants
-Strengthen Federal Law & Preserve States’ Rights
-Fund State Programs
The full version can be found here: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/news/2009news/docs/TSCAstatesSIGTFINAL.pdf
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