Lead

August 22, 2018 | Letter

Comments on Review of the Dust-Lead Hazard Standards and the Definition of Lead-Based Paint

Letter submitted to EPA by individuals and organizations including Environmental Defense Fund, WeACT, National Disability Rights Network, and NRDC.

August 22, 2018 | Legal Document

Letter from Petitioners to EPA on Review of the Dust-Lead Hazard Standards

Comments submitted on behalf of citizens’ groups explaining the many significant flaws in the agency’s proposal to update the lead-dust hazard standard.

July 16, 2018 | Blog Post

Gran triunfo para la niñez. EPA finalmente propone fortalecer los criterios de plomo

El fortalecimiento de los criterios de plomo impulsado por Earthjustice, protegerán a miles de niños en todo el país.

July 2, 2018 | Blog Post

In a Big Win for Kids, EPA Finally Proposes to Strengthen Lead Standards

Stronger lead standards, prompted by Earthjustice litigation, will better protect thousands of children nationwide.

June 29, 2018 | Feature

From the Experts: Weighing In on EPA’s Lead Proposal

Public comments on the EPA’s proposed update to the dust-lead hazard standard urge the agency to adopt a more protective rule.

March 12, 2018 | Blog Post

Judges to EPA: Get the Lead Out (on Protecting Children’s Brains)

For years, the EPA has dragged its heels on strengthening lead standards. Thanks to a court order and Earthjustice litigation, it now has 90 days.

December 27, 2017 | In the News: New York Times

Appeals Court Orders E.P.A. to Update Lead Paint Rules, Quickly

Eve C. Gartner, Attorney, Earthjustice: “This is going to protect the brains of thousands of children across the country. It’s going to mean that children that otherwise would have developed very elevated blood lead levels will be protected from the damage associated with that, assuming E.P.A. follows the court order.”

December 27, 2017 | Legal Document

9th Circuit Opinion in Dust Lead Hazard Standards Case

The panel granted a petition for writ of mandamus brought by environmental groups seeking to compel the United States Environmental Protection Agency to act upon a rulemaking petition it granted years ago concerning dust-lead hazard and lead-paint standards.

December 27, 2017 | Blog Post

Why Lead Standards Matter

Earthjustice is partnering with community groups to fight for just and protective EPA standards for lead in the dust and paint in our homes.

September 12, 2017 | Blog Post

Hurricanes Irma and Harvey Cast Spotlight on Toxic Threats in Our Midst

For years, industries and their political allies have dug in their heels when it comes to cleaning up and installing safeguards at these toxic sites.

Comments on Review of the Dust-Lead Hazard Standards and the Definition of Lead-Based Paint

Letter from Petitioners to EPA on Review of the Dust-Lead Hazard Standards

Gran triunfo para la niñez. EPA finalmente propone fortalecer los criterios de plomo

In a Big Win for Kids, EPA Finally Proposes to Strengthen Lead Standards

From the Experts: Weighing In on EPA’s Lead Proposal

Judges to EPA: Get the Lead Out (on Protecting Children’s Brains)

Appeals Court Orders E.P.A. to Update Lead Paint Rules, Quickly

9th Circuit Opinion in Dust Lead Hazard Standards Case

Why Lead Standards Matter

Hurricanes Irma and Harvey Cast Spotlight on Toxic Threats in Our Midst

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