At a time when so many are losing faith in government and how decisions are made, Clean Water Action is working to ensure our state lawmakers use common sense to serve the people of California. Take PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) for example. A comparison of the benefits versus downsides of these chemicals clearly shows that they shouldn’t be used in common household products such as cookware, dental floss, cleaners, children’s products, ski-wax, and food packaging.
BENEFITS:
- PFAS-containing materials are slippery and repel water.
DOWNSIDES:
- PFAS are highly toxic to humans.
- PFAS pollute water, air, and soil.
- PFAS move easily around the globe.
- PFAS contaminates water sources of millions of
Californians.
Water treatment and health costs from PFAS exposure are expected to be in the billions.
The good news is that alternatives for PFAS in the products listed above are already available. These alternatives work, and they don’t cost more. That’s why several other states have already banned PFAS-containing products.
Unbelievably, cookware manufacturers are working hard in the Assembly to “kill” SB 682 (Allen) which would ban PFAS in these common products — even though those companies also make the alternatives, like ceramic non-stick pots and pans. We need to tell our representatives that it’s simple common sense to protect our health, environment, and pocketbooks while still enjoying great products. That’s why they need to vote “aye” for SB 682.
TAKE ACTION!
PFAS are toxic and are costing ratepayers billions in environmental cleanup. Yet, even though they are easily replaceable in many common products, manufacturers continue to use PFAS. That’s why we’re asking you to send a message to your Assemblymember to support SB 682 (Allen), which will ban PFAS in cookware, dental floss, cleaners, children’s products, ski-wax, and non-paper-based food packaging.