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Federal
H.R. 852/S. 1588 The Environmental Health Research Act of 2003
- Substantially increase federal research into threats from hormone-disrupting
chemicals
- Requires the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
(NIEHS) to report to the public every two years on the extent
to which hormone disruption by chemicals poses a threat to human
health and the environment.
State
California
AB 302 Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers Bill
- Bans the use of two polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE’s)
in California after 2008. These chemicals are commonly added to
computers, televisions, automotive interiors, and upholstered
furniture to slow the speech of fire. Non-toxic alternatives are
available.
Maine
LD 1159 Mercury Products Bill
- Charges DEP to submit plan to improve thermostat collection,
to legislature Jan 2004
- Bans sale of most mercury switches, relays and measuring devices
effect July 1, 2006
LD 743 Electronic Waste Bill
- Charges DEP with submitting a collection and recycling plan
for CRT's to the legislature in the current session. Jan. 2004
- Bans the disposal of CRTs (cathode ray tubes in monitors and
TVs) Jan. 1, 2006
New York
A1644: An Act to Amend the Education Law, in Relation to Lead Screening
Requirements for School Enrollment and Epecial education
- Amends the education law to require lead screening prior to
or upon enrollment in public schools and placement in special
education.
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