Two shoppers in the cosmetics department at TargetToxic PFAS chemicals have tainted water, air and soil in the U.S. for decades. The so-called “forever” chemicals don’t break down naturally in the environment and can remain in the human bloodstream for years. New Jersey lawmakers have taken action to reduce one source of exposure: household items.  As New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy wrapped up his final term in office, he signed legislation that bans certain everyday products that intentionally contain PFAS.

Toxic PFAS chemicals have tainted water, air and soil in the U.S. for decades. The so-called “forever” chemicals don’t break down naturally in the environment and can remain in the human bloodstream for years. New Jersey lawmakers have taken action to reduce one source of exposure: household items.  As New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy wrapped up his final term in office, he signed legislation that bans certain everyday products that intentionally contain PFAS. To read the full story.