ECOS submitted the attached comments in response to the Federal Register notice seeking input on the development of processes for risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) as amended…
Chemicals & Emerging Contaminants
Minnesota Remediation Division Introduces New Vapor Intrusion BMPs
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Remediation Division recently announced its development of five Vapor Intrusion (VI) Best Management Practices. The VI map templates illustrate vapor sources, investigation locations, and…
Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act – Preemption Flow Chart
This flow chart acts as a quick guide to preemption in the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act.
Arkansas DEQ Offers Statewide Training on Electronic Reporting
Following the adoption of U.S. EPA’s Electronic Reporting Rule last December, the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) is providing free training classes this summer across the state to assist…
Alabama Department of Public Health Issues Fish Consumption Advisories
On June 20, the Alabama Department of Public Health released its 2016 fish consumption advisories, a list of recommendations on how much of certain species of fish caught in specific locations…
ECOS, NGA, NCSL Statement on TSCA Reform Act
This press statement was released on June 22, 2016 announcing state group support for the collaborative efforts that led to the enactment of the “Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for…
Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act – State Issues Comparison Table
ECOS Press Statement on TSCA Reform
ECOS’ press release commending Congress for its passage of the “Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act,” TSCA reform legislation.
Ohio, Wisconsin to Increase Funding for Lead Infrastructure
In the wake of the lead crisis in Flint, Michigan, two other states – Ohio and Wisconsin – appear poised to increase support for communities to protect against lead contamination…
New Mexico Training Communities on Brownfields
In order to help communities better understand the opportunities presented by brownfields, the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), in conjunction with the Technical Assistance to Brownfields Program at Kansas State…
