Dear John, ASBN and partners have called on the U.S. General Service Agency (GSA) to take bold action on restricting federal purchases of products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are used in thousands of applications, including common household products, despite the scientific consensus that they pose risks to human health even at low levels of exposure, and despite widely available safer substitutes. The GSA was authorized to restrict federal purchases of PFAS products through President Biden's Executive Order 14057 over a year ago but has been slow to to act. Straight-forward legislative direction from Congress would help take a major step toward reducing unnecessary PFAS use in common products, supporting proactive businesses that have adopted innovative alternatives, and foster a transition to a sustainable and circular economy. Add your voice to let Congress know that busiensses and stakeholders want action on PFAS procurement now! Read and sign on here. | |
