EPA Rolls Back "Forever Chemicals" Regulations Amid Controversy

The EPA's decision to roll back PFAS regulations has sparked controversy and concern. The agency cited high costs and tight deadlines for water utilities as reasons for the rollback. Amudalat Ajasa, an environmental health expert at The Washington Post, noted the widespread presence of PFAS in the environment and their known health risks, including links to various cancers. The EPA estimates that over 158 million Americans are exposed to these chemicals through their drinking water. Environmental groups are worried that the rollback violates the Safe Drinking Water Act's anti-backsliding provision. The EPA's decision highlights the ongoing debate between environmental protection and economic considerations.