Document Actions

Pressroom

Recent Press Releases

Vinyl Shower Curtains Dangerous for Health and Environment Jun 12, 2008: New Report Reveals Laboratory Evidence of More Than 100 Chemicals Released From PVC Shower Curtains Sold at Major Retail Outlets
Congress Follows Wahington State's Lead on Chemical Reform May 20, 2008: Bill Introduced to Protect Kids from Toxic Chemicals and to Overhaul Failed Federal Chemical Law
“Kid Safe Chemical Act” Proposes New Chemical Regulations; Core Elements from Cutting-Edge State Legislation Missing
Doctors, Nurses, Parents, and Others Cheer House Passage of Toxic Toys Legislation Feb 19, 2008: Legislation Will Protect Children’s Health By Eliminating Lead, Cadmium, and Phthalates From Toys
Doctors, nurses, parents, consumer advocates, and environmental groups cheered last night’s passage of the Children’s Safe Products Act of 2008 (HB 2647) by the House of Representatives. The bill passed with bipartisan support on a vote of 95-0.
Dangerous Ducky and Other Toxic Toys Feb 12, 2008: New Study Finds Lead Isn’t the Only Toxic Chemical in Popular Toys
Results from new testing released today by the Seattle-based Washington Toxics Coalition for the Toxic Free Legacy Coalition show high levels of phthalates, toxic compounds that have been linked to potential harmful health effects, in popular children’s toys.
Diverse Coalition Voices Support for Toxic Toys Bill Jan 23, 2008: Doctors, Nurses, Children’s Advocates, Toy Store Owners Call for New Protections from Legislature Children’s Safe Products Bill To Have Hearing Tonight
Consumers Respond With Overwhelming Demand for More Information About Chemicals in Toys Dec 18, 2007: HealthyToys.Org Tests More New Toys for Toxic Chemicals and Releases New List of 150 Lead-Free Toys

More Press Releases

Recent Press Clips

Group: New vinyl shower curtains hazardous Jun 12, 2008: It may the last thing on your mind when you get ready for a shower, but that new shower curtain may bring some unwanted friends into your home. A study found that more than 100 chemicals are released by some curtains, and some are at levels that violate indoor air safety standards.
Nalgene to nix BPA water bottles due to concern Apr 18, 2008: Hard-plastic Nalgene water bottles made with bisphenol A will be pulled from stores over the next few months because of growing consumer concern over whether the chemical poses a health risk.
Toxic Toys: Sky isn't falling Mar 28, 2008: In what could become a moment of political March Madness, toy manufacturers hope to overcome lopsided losses in the Legislature and persuade Gov. Chris Gregoire to veto a toxic toys bill. She should stand with parents and safety.
Gregoire should not bow to toy company threats Mar 28, 2008: Toy companies, upset about a toxic toys bill sitting on the governor’s desk, are threatening to take their lead-tainted and phthalate-laced balls and go home. Gov. Gregoire should let ‘em.

More Press Clips

Washington Toxics Coalition

Sections

Document Actions

Pressroom

Recent Press Releases

Recent Press Clips

Celebration & Dinner