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Pappas Renews Call for Limits on PFAS Discharges Following EPA Announcement

March 14, 2023

Today, following the announcement of an EPA proposal to issue strict Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL) for PFAS chemicals, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) renewed his call to pass his Clean Water Standards for PFAS Act to set limits that will stop PFAS contamination and protect water from contamination. 

“EPA has known for decades that PFAS is harmful to human health, and finally the agency is taking an essential step forward in establishing enforceable Maximum Contaminant Levels for certain PFAS chemicals in drinking water,” said Congressman Pappas. “I applaud this decision and know there is much more work to do to protect people and the environment from these hazardous substances. I will continue to focus on upgrading the infrastructure in communities that are contaminated with these 'forever chemicals' because everyone deserves safe, clean drinking water. Congress must continue to work on legislative solutions that promote public health and hold polluters accountable. I look forward to reintroducing the Clean Water Standards for PFAS Act again this year, a bipartisan bill that sets limits on industrial discharge of PFAS. All levels of government must continue to work together to tackle the challenge of contaminated water and ensure public health and safety come first.”