Protected a key lead water safety rule
The Lead Out of Water Rule, officially called the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, is a game-changing rule that requires public water systems nationwide to identify and replace dangerous lead pipes within a decade. It also lowers the level of lead contamination at which they must take protective actions. Yet, this year, lawmakers were poised to cancel this vital law that would make our water safer through the fast-track Congressional Review Act process. You powered an intensive months-long grass- roots campaign led by Food & Water Watch and allies. Together, we rallied, sent messages, and delivered letters — and won commitments from key lawmakers to oppose the repeal. Thank you for fighting for lead-free water!
Defeated the Cancer Gag Act in Iowa When Food & Water Watch learned that Bayer, the maker of Roundup, was pushing a pesticide immunity bill in Iowa, we jumped into action. We nicknamed it the Cancer Gag Act, as it would shield pesticide companies from health-related lawsuits, stripping people of their rights to hold these companies accountable. Our Iowa organizing team mobilized a broad coalition of Iowans to send the message to elected leaders: Put the health of our communities above corporate profits! Despite a last-ditch lobbying push from Bayer, this bill did not pass. Thank you for powering our work to successfully defend farmers and families from this outrageous display of corporate callousness.
Won stricter regulations on vinyl chloride
The Environmental Protection Agency designat- ed vinyl chloride as a high-priority substance for risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act, placing it among five chemicals under review for new regulations. Vinyl chloride gained national attention after the 2023 East Palestine train derailment, where it was among the toxic substances that spilled and burned, creating an ongoing public health crisis. Vinyl chloride poses significant health risks throughout its entire supply chain. Regulating it will protect people across the country. Thank you for working alongside us to rein in this dangerous chemical.
Your care and commitment to securing a livable future shine bright and lead the way.
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