Energy and Environment

White House backs Congress’ chemical safety overhaul

By John Siciliano
Published May 23, 2016 11:46pm ET
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White House backs Congress’ chemical safety overhaul
The bipartisan version of the Toxic Substances Control Act is a clear improvement over past versions, representing a historic shift for both chemical safety and environmental law, the White House said Monday. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan) | Mark Lennihan

The White House is supporting a major chemical safety bill that is making its way through the House and Senate this week that is 40 years past due.

The bipartisan version of the Toxic Substances Control Act is a clear improvement over past versions, representing a historic shift for both chemical safety and environmental law, the White House said Monday.

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