Representative Tom Suozzi has urged EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to uphold the newly established water quality standards for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) to safeguard Long Island’s drinking water. Suozzi emphasized the importance of these standards in protecting public health and ensuring clean water for residents. He expressed concerns that any rollback of these regulations could jeopardize the health of communities already affected by PFAS contamination.
PFAS are a group of human-made chemicals that have been used in various industrial applications and consumer products, leading to widespread environmental contamination. The new standards aim to limit the acceptable levels of these substances in drinking water, addressing a growing public health crisis. Suozzi highlighted that Long Island has been particularly vulnerable to PFAS pollution, necessitating strong regulatory measures.
In his statement, Suozzi called on Zeldin to prioritize the health of Long Islanders and ensure that the EPA enforces these critical standards. He reinforced the idea that clean water is a fundamental right and should be protected against harmful contaminants.
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