Safer States
@saferstates
An alliance of diverse environmental health organizations & coalitions from across the nation committed to building a healthier world. 🌎 💚
Thank you for helping elevate a story of hope in these difficult times for communities @EarthDay ! Hope @epaleezeldin gives it a watch!
22 Minutes with Laurene Allen: How One Mom Sparked a Nationwide Movement Against PFAS x.com/i/broadcasts/1…
Kids are being exposed to toxic chemicals, but states are stepping up! #StatesInTheLead like Minnesota, New York, Washington, and many others are restricting harmful chemicals in food packaging, toys, and personal care products to protect our children. 💪
New study finds toddlers are exposed to hundreds of harmful chemicals—before they even reach kindergarten. 🔥 Flame retardants 🧴 Phthalates ❗️ Toxic additives in everyday products Kids deserve better! We need strong protections & safer products. people.com/potentially-to…
A new study sampled 59 different #MenstrualHygiene products & found 33% of period underwear & 25% of reusable pads had #pfas intentionally added. This is why we're working w/ @RepGregScott on a bill to ban this & other #pfas laden #products bit.ly/3GZouYE
The hotter that plastic gets, the more microplastics and toxic chemicals like phthalates get released. To be extra safe, replace any plastic with reusable, more sustainable alternatives.
From preventing toxic chemical exposure to defending hard-won health protections, states are showing what bold leadership looks like. #StatesInTheLead #PFAS #Plastics 📊 Explore key trends from this year’s legislative sessions: saferstates.org/insights/state…
States are leading the way to protect communities from toxic #PFAS chemicals. Minnesota's Amara's Law is a great example of that. 👏
Minnesota’s Amara’s Law is the nation’s strictest measure regulating PFAS, or “forever chemicals.” Found in everyday products, the compounds have been linked to cancer and other health issues. The law phases out the manufacture and sale of nonessential PFAS products by 2032.
#Microplastics are toxic and they're ending up inside our bodies. We need bold state action to: ✅ Reduce plastic use ✅ Ban toxic additives ✅ Promote non-toxic reuse
Microplastics contaminate our food, air, and water, accumulating in our bodies and creating serious risks to our health. We need companies to reduce plastic pollution and increase transparency. on.nrdc.org/43X8bTC
#Microplastics aren’t just tiny, they’re toxic! They carry harmful chemicals and are linked to serious health risks. It’s time for state leaders to step up, reduce plastic use, promote non-toxic reuse, and phase out dangerous chemicals. 🔗Learn more: saferstates.org/microplastics/
PVC is a toxic plastic! Retailers like @HomeDepot have a chance to lead by phasing it out and switching to safer materials.
🗣️ Investors and community advocates are calling on @HomeDepot to phase out toxic #PVC plastic in packaging and building materials. The message is clear: protecting health and the environment is good for business. toxicfreefuture.org/blog/investors…
From plastic packaging to cosmetics, Washington State just took a major step to get toxic chemicals out of our homes and everyday products. This move will help identify safer alternatives and protect our health. #StatesInTheLead 👏 🔗 Read here: toxicfreefuture.org/press-room/was…
Toxic endocrine-disrupting chemicals like PFAS, phthalates, and bisphenols have been found in food packaging. Fortunately, states are leading the way toward safer solutions and the market is moving with them. #StatesInTheLead 🙌 Read here: saferstates.org/insights/how-s…
At yesterday's @HomeDepot shareholder meeting, East Palestine resident @JessicaConardEP asked a crucial Q: ❓What’s being done to eliminate PVC—the toxic plastic behind the derailment disaster that displaced her? The reply: vague words, no real commitment.