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We’re Suing the Trump Administration Over Chemical Safety
It was just over a year ago that a landmark step in chemical-safety regulation came, when Congress approved legislation to strengthen federal regulation of toxic
Two Incredible, Hard-Fought Victories
Incredible things happened this week. By decisive bipartisan votes to override Governor LePage’s vetoes, Maine Legislators prioritized the health and safety of Maine children, families,
Maine Legislature Overrides Governor’s Veto To Pass Unprecedented Law Phasing Out Flame Retardants
Passed via dramatic veto override, new law will protect firefighters and families from toxic chemicals in household furniture Decisively overriding the Governor’s veto, Maine legislators
Danger on the Plate
As the anesthesia mask was placed on her baby boy’s face, Laura Seaton started singing to him, trying to keep him calm. Her eight-month-old son
The Journey to Our Safe Water Victory
After over six years with the Strategy Center, Emma Halas-O’Connor is departing for law school. She will be sorely missed, but she’s leaving on a
(Un)Happy Macaroni and Cheese Day: Toxic Chemicals Discovered in 10 Varieties of Macaroni and Cheese Powders
Kraft Heinz Urged to Lead Industry-Wide Change On those evenings when time is tight and the cupboard is uninspiring, parents and babysitters across the country
New Report: BPA Still in 1/3 of Kroger & Albertsons Food Cans
By Mike Schade, Mind the Store campaign director for the Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families coalition. The Strategy Center is a founding member of the coalition.
Trump EPA Weakens TSCA Rules to Favor Chemical Industry
A guest blog by Jennifer Sass, Senior Scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). The Trump-Pruitt Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a set of
Meet the Moms Who Got it Done
What does it take to pass safe drinking water law for children and families? Mom power! Our victory Monday in the Maine State House—safe drinking water law,
