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Texas sues DuPont, 3M over ‘forever chemicals’ in consumer products (thehill.com)

submitted 4 days ago by Bampot to c/dangerdust

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Texas sues DuPont, 3M over ‘forever chemicals’ in consumer products

PFAS, which stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, is the name of a family of chemicals that have been widely used in a range of consumer products including nonstick pans and waterproof clothing and cosmetics.

The substances have also been linked to a range of health issues including cancers, and issues with the thyroid, immune system and fertility.

They are sometimes called “forever chemicals” because they persist for a very long time in the environment instead of breaking down.

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[–] [email protected] 11 points 4 days ago (2 children)

This sounds like something California would do. Is Texas becoming woke?

[–] [email protected] 7 points 4 days ago

No, Texas is becoming broke. This is income to them.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 4 days ago (1 children)

they're just mad that the company isn't using products derived from west texas intermediate crude to poison people and the planet.

[–] Lennny 3 points 4 days ago

"Those Delaware taxes should be texas'"

[–] Dkarma 8 points 4 days ago

Lol like Texas gives a fuck about consumers they just see a cash grab

[–] SGG 3 points 4 days ago

Texas is suing for this?

Let me guess, they'll find in favour of the companies, allowing them to use even more dangerous chemicals in future and order the state to pay for everything.