Vermont Law Restricts Sale of Products Containing PFAS insurancejournal.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from insurancejournal.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
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Vermont Business MagazineOn Tuesday, Vermont Governor Phil Scott signed into law a nation-leading bill that restricts the sale of consumer products that contain toxic chemicals known as PFAS. The bill bans PFAS chemicals from firefighting foam, food packaging, ski wax, and carpets, rugs, and stain-resistant treatments.
S20 was supported by Vermont environmental advocates, firefighters, educators, public health experts, children’s advocates, and businesses.
Senator Ginny Lyons, Chair of the Senate Committee on Health & Welfare noted, “Firefighters, outdoor enthusiasts, children and families understand how important S.20 is for public health and the environment. The law removes toxic disease causing chemicals like PFAS from food wrappers, ski wax, kids’ products, carpets, and firefighting equipment. This step removes hidden forever chemicals from human exposure. It is an important step to keep Vermonters healthy.
Champlain s 143rd Commencement celebrates students resilience in virtual and in-person ceremonies vermontbiz.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from vermontbiz.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
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On Thursday the CDC eased mask rules for people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. A focus of Vermont Governor Phil Scott’s latest briefing on Friday morning was the state’s response to the announcement.
Republican Phil Scott announced that he is extending the state’s emergency order for another month but revising it to match the new CDC guidance.
“This will mean those who are fully vaccinated no longer need to wear masks indoors or outdoors, Scott said. Nor do they need to be concerned with physical distancing. Now I understand that there might be some who are still uncomfortable, a little hesitant, and that’s okay. That’s their choice and I sincerely hope Vermonters can show understanding. But the fact is if you’re fully vaccinated the health experts at the CDC have determined there is very little risk and it’s time to reward all of the hard work you’ve done over the past 14 months.”