Wednesday, December 06, 2006
Environment, Public Health

Waxman Objects to EPA Announcement on Lead Air Quality Standards

Rep. Waxman strongly urges that the EPA renounce a dangerous proposal that would eliminate the national ambient air quality standards for lead air pollution. These standards provide a baseline of public health protection throughout the country against highly toxic lead air pollution. Yesterday the Agency released a staff paper that announced it would consider revoking the national standard for lead.