Politics & Government
Minn. House Committee Advances Legislation Banning Use Of "Forever Chemicals" In Everyday Products
The PFAS chemicals, which are used in manufacturing, have been found in water, soil and fish across the state and can be extremely harmful.
February 15, 2023
A proposal at the Minnesota House that cleared its first committee hurdle on Tuesday would prohibit use of what can be dangerous chemicals used in everyday products like cookware, cosmetics, and cleaning supplies.
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PFAS is short for the scientific name describing a family of 5,000 chemicals that don't break down, which is why they have the nickname of "forever chemicals." Some are toxic, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, which is why lawmakers at the capitol want to restrict their use.
The PFAS chemicals, which are used in manufacturing, have been found in water, soil and fish across the state and can be harmful to public health. They are linked to some cancers. A bill before the legislature would prohibit the sale of PFAS used in carpets, cleaning products, cookware, cosmetics, dental floss, furniture and more starting in 2025.
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