It’s past time for California to require labels on products with BPA. We have just until 5pm on Wednesday April 10th to take action! Join actress and mom Amy Brenneman in calling for BPA labeling!
March 12, 2013 – 12:01 pm
Last week, New York Assembly Democrats approved a two-year fracking moratorium. They believe, like us, that the health effects of hydrofracking should be studied before New York Governor Andrew Cuomo can approve moving forward with fracking in the state. Now, it’s your chance to support this groundbreaking legislation. Parents and families everywhere must voice their [...]
February 22, 2013 – 12:02 pm
Great news: CEH’s report on toxic flame retardants in nap mats has spurred Senator Frank Lautenberg (NJ) and 22 other Senators to call for an EPA study into flame retardant chemical dangers. Please show your support of the Senators’ call for an EPA study by asking your representatives on the Environment and Public Works committee [...]
By Ali Geering-Kline
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Also posted in Chemical Policy, Environmental Justice, Green Living, Pollution, Toxics in Everyday Products, Toxins in Children's Products, Toxins in Household Products
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Tagged children's nap mats, daycare, EPA, family health, flame retardants, Senator Lautenberg, toxic
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January 14, 2013 – 10:12 am
Right now, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), on behalf of strawberry agribusiness corporations, are asking Secretary of State Clinton and EPA Administrator Jackson to get more methyl bromide for California. Why? Because instead of coming up with safe, non-toxic alternatives to methyl bromide, industry’s favored alternative was another toxic pesticide called methyl [...]
By Ali Geering-Kline
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Also posted in Chemical Policy, Environmental Justice, Green Living, Pesticides, Safe Foods, Toxics in Everyday Products
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Tagged California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), cancer, health, Hillary Clinton, methyl bromide, miscarriage, Pesticides, strawberries, toxic fumigant
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January 8, 2013 – 11:26 am
The Cuomo Administration has released draft rules to allow fracking for natural gas – a technology that has yet to be proven safe and puts our children and families at risk from water contamination, air pollution, and other toxic health threats. And we have just 3 days to submit comments opposing this plan. Please take [...]
October 24, 2012 – 1:17 pm
The chemical lobby has spent millions in this election to back candidates for Congress. Congress needs to protect American families from toxic chemicals by supporting the Safe Chemicals Act. Send a message to your federal candidates today and let them know that you care deeply about increased oversight on toxic chemicals. Tell your Congressional candidates [...]
We’re watching…. Will you send a message to your Senators letting them know you’ll be watching? For the first time ever there will be a vote in committee on the Safe Chemicals Act and we need you to encourage your Senators to support this bill. Take Action: Tell Your Senators to Pass the Safe Chemicals [...]
What are pounds of toxic flame retardants doing in baby nap mats, breast feeding pillows, crib mattresses and furniture? CEH found toxic chemical flame retardants in these items and has taken legal action to get these harmful chemicals out of ALL baby products! Take Action NOW!
The mounting evidence can’t be denied: toxic chemicals we’re exposed to everyday can significantly increase the risk of developing a myriad of health problems including infertility, learning and developmental disabilities, and even cancer. Congress has an obligation to pass a law that will protect our families from harmful chemicals. Tell Congress: We’re tired of being [...]
By Ali Geering-Kline
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Also posted in Chemical Policy, Green Living, Toxics in Everyday Products, Toxins in Children's Products, Toxins in Household Products
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Tagged children's health, Congress., House of Representatives, Safe Chemicals Act, Senate, toxics, TSCA Reform
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