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Comment submitted by Emily Remmel, Director of Regulatory Affairs, National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA)
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) is a category of man-made chemicals that have been widely used to make products because of their stain-resistant, waterproof and/or nonstick properties. These chemicals can be very persistent in the environment and in the human body – meaning they don’t break down quickly and they can accumulate over time. There is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse health outcomes in humans. Additional information: https://www.epa.gov/pfas EPA is committed to supporting states, tribes and local communities in addressing challenges with PFAS. As a part of this effort, EPA is taking action to identify solutions to address PFAS in the environment. EPA is hosting a National Leadership Summit on May 22nd and May 23rd to aid in identifying solutions to address PFAS challenges in drinking water and at contaminated sites. Following the meeting, EPA plans to visit states with communities impacted by PFAS to further engage on ways the agency can best support the work that’s being done at the state, local and tribal levels. Using information from the National Summit and community engagements, EPA plans to develop a PFAS Management Plan for release later this year. EPA provides the opportunity for the public to submit input on how EPA can best help states and communities facing this issue. EPA will consider comments as the agency plans next steps.
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