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New Jersey Plastics Policies — Local and Statewide

September 8, 2025 | By Marta Young
Clean Water Action's ReThink Disposable program works to eliminate single-use plastic trash and other harmful chemicals. Plastic contains toxic chemicals linked to reproductive harm, cancer risk, metabolic disease, and other issues. We have spearheaded efforts to pass numerous local and statewide policies to protect our health and communities from harm. Learn more in our New Jersey Plastics Policies Fact Sheet:
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Comments on EPA Plans to Rollback PFAS Drinking Water Limits

August 18, 2025 | By Lynn Thorp and Andria Ventura
In late July, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) convened the National Drinking Water Advisory Council to brief them on plans to delay and weaken the first-ever Safe Drinking Water Act limits on some PFAS chemicals. We spoke during the public comment period and provided these written comments.
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Putting Drinking Water First: The Case for Sustained and Equitable Federal Water Infrastructure Investment

August 11, 2025 | By Sean Jackson
This paper makes the case for sustained and equitable federal investment in water infrastructure, highlighting the critical role of State Revolving Funds (SRFs) in delivering safe, affordable drinking water and protecting source water. It outlines the risks of upcoming funding cuts, showcases community impacts, and calls for an all-of-the-above strategy that includes SRFs, WIFIA, technical assistance, and direct grants.
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New Jersey Currents | Summer 2025

July 30, 2025 | By Clean Water Action New Jersey
In this issue: Taking Action in Trenton | Save Our State! | ReThink Disposable — Stopping Single-use Plastics and Toxics! | Environmental Justice in Action | The Fight for Clean Air Continues | Autumn Toast to a Healthy Environment | National Updates
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New England Currents | Summer 2025

July 16, 2025 | By Clean Water Action Rhode Island, Clean Water Action Massachusetts, and Clean Water Action Connecticut
In this Issue: New England States Sticking to Bans on Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Pans; Plastic-Free July Update:
ReThink Gains Ground in Cafeterias; CT Team Scores Big Legislative Wins in 2025; Honoring Longtime Connecticut Director, Anne Hulick; Energy Network; PFAS Victory; What’s Next for the Rhode Island Bottle Bill; Fighting for Asthma Justice in Massachusetts; Toxic Free Kids; National Updates.
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