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What you need to know about toxic 'forever chemicals' and the Indiana legislature

Feb 13, 2024

https://www.indystar.com/story/news/environment/2024/02/12/toxic-pfas-chemicals-are-in-all-our-blood-heres-what-that-means/72527119007/

Often referred to as "forever chemicals," PFAS are widely understood to be toxic to public health and the environment. But Indiana lawmakers appear to think a little differently.

A new bill proposed in the legislature would change the definition of PFAS — but only in Indiana — to say some PFAS are safer than others.

Here's what you need to know about what is Indiana doing why it matters?