How new federal limits on 'forever chemicals' will affect Connecticut
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Publication Date |
Apr 22, 2024
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00:49:00

The Environmental Protection Agency has finalized the first-ever federal limits on a class of chemicalled known as PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in drinking water.

This hour, we discuss what these enforceable limits mean for how Connecticut monitors and regulates PFAS. Department of Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani joins us, plus Connecticut Mirror investigative reporter Andrew Brown.

Plus, Attorney General William Tong touches on the lawsuits he filed against chemical manufacturers of PFAS.

GUESTS:

  • William Tong: Connecticut Attorney General

  • Dr. Manisha Juthani: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Public Health

  • Andrew Brown: Investigative Reporter, Connecticut Mirror

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