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Minnesota Legislative Update: PFAS Prevention Package

January 31, 2023 | By Avonna Starck

"Today I am writing specifically about our advocacy around PFAS chemicals and an emotional personal story that has touched many at the Capitol and across Minnesota."

Avonna Starck testifying in MN House Committee on HF372: Products containing PFAS notice required, and rulemaking required (disclosure)

Amara Strande speaking at podium with her father and mother at the side

"Through no fault of my own, I was exposed to these toxic chemicals. And as a result, I will die with this cancer."

January 27, 2023 | By Amara Strande

"We must come together to demand change and hold those responsible accountable for their actions. I urge all of you to take a stand against these toxic chemicals and demand change. Together we can make a difference and protect ourselves and future generations from the devastating effects of PFAS."

"Nobody deserves to go through what I did. We all deserve clean water and good health."

January 26, 2023 | By Benjamin Rule

"It is unacceptable to allow these forever chemicals to destroy not only our city, but our environment and our planet as well. If PFAS chemicals are even remotely to blame for my illness then I fear for the other people, families, and children living in the areas where they are at risk of exposure."

Be a Minnesotan Clean Water Voter!

October 28, 2022 | By Sasha Lewis-Norelle

There are less than two weeks until the midterm election! Every election is important, and this one will be pivotal in the fight for clean water, protecting democracy, and environmental justice.

Taking on Toxics (and more!) in the Minnesota Legislature

January 28, 2022 | By Deanna White

Update: The PFAS Prevention Package was introduced in the 2022 legislative session. all but one of the 8 bills made it into the final Environmental Omnibus bill in the House. Like most bills this year, it did not pass by the end of session. However, with the issue of these harmful “forever

Child looking out of a window, drinking water from a glass.

Chemicals being mixed in beakers. Photo credit: mediaphotos / Shutterstock

Let's make what our governments purchase more sustainable

Local governments need to purchase essential products just like any household or business - furniture, cleaning products, office supplies and building materials are necessary to keep things running smoothly. These products are often purchased in such large quantities that there can be a large measurable impact on the environment and the health of our communities.