"EPA Designates PFAS Chemicals as Superfund Hazardous Substances, Mandates Polluter Cleanup"
The EPA has designated two forever chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, as hazardous substances under the Superfund law, allowing for quicker cleanup and requiring responsible parties to pay for removal. These chemicals, part of the PFAS group, have been linked to health issues and persist in the environment. The EPA's action follows strict limits on PFAS in drinking water and aims to hold polluters accountable for contamination. While the chemical industry opposes the move, environmental groups and experts see it as a step toward protecting communities from decades of contamination.