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Time to ban toxic PFAS in Massachusetts!

PFAS are a class of chemicals widely used in consumer products that are toxic at even low levels. These chemicals are already in the blood of 98% of Americans, and they are contaminating Massachusetts drinking water, rivers, lakes, and soil.

Graphic design for Clean Water Action's PFAS ban campaign

Toxic chemicals shouldn't be in things kids use every day. Send a message to the grownups in charge!

Take action to keep dangerous chemicals out of kids’ products!

An Act for Toxic Free Kids (S195/H384) protects children from early life exposures to chemicals that can cause lifelong harm by restricting toxic chemicals in children’s products.

From PFAS to Plastics: 2025-26 Toxics Legislative Priorities in Massachusetts

February 5, 2025 | By Laura Spark

This session, it’s time to make sure that everyone in Massachusetts is protected from toxic chemicals. Learn more!

Graphic design for MA's new PFAS to Plastics legislative priorities for 2024-2025

Graphic design of MA action alert for their new 2025 legislative action

Action Alert: Protect MA Families from Toxic Threats!

Tell your Massachusetts state legislators to co-sponsor and support Clean Water Action’s priority toxics legislation!

Beware of Black Plastic: Share leftover stuffing, NOT leftover toxics!

November 22, 2024 | By Kerry Doyle

Are you serving mashed potatoes with a side of toxic flame retardants? If you have Black Plastic kitchen utensils or food containers, the answer is probably YES. How did this happen and what can we all do about it? Let us explain.

Graphic design that says share leftover stuffing, not leftover toxics

The Turf is Artificial, But the Harm is Very Real

September 16, 2024 | By Mara Silgailis and Amy Goldsmith

Artificial or synthetic turf is finding its way onto more athletic fields and playgrounds, but it is not without controversy and real concerns of safety. When comparing natural grass to artificial turf, Clean Water Action believes the evidence is clear --- natural grass is a better and safer option for both people and the environment.