North Carolina Environmental Regulators at War Over Water Rules for “Forever Chemicals”

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By By Lisa SorgAug 1, 2024, 5:05 am649 ptsHot
In June, the state found PFAS at an elementary school at levels up to 233 times greater than federal limits. But the N.C. Chamber of Commerce wants to delay regulations. By Lisa Sorg The North Carolina Chamber of Commerce has privately leaned on the state’s powerful Environmental Management Commission to…

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