Site Characterization Considerations, Sampling Precautions, and Laboratory Analytical Methods for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

Fact sheets created by Interstate Technology & Regulatory Council (ITRC) that describe methods for evaluating PFAS in the environment, including site characterization considerations, sampling precautions, and laboratory analytical methods. April 2020 | Interstate Technology & Regulatory Council

Kalispel Tribe Claims PFAS Manufacturers and Users Are Liable for $21 Million in Damages

The Kalispel Tribe of Indians and its casino sued PFAS manufacturers and users, including 3M Co., Tyco Fire Products LP, and the United States Air Force, alleging that the defendants contaminated the water the tribe purchased from the City of Airway Heights and caused $21 million in damages. March 30, 2020 | Kalispel Indian Tribe…

INSIGHT: Congress Confronts PFAS in National Defense Authorization Act–What You Need to Know

The 2020 National Defense Authorization Act and forthcoming regulatory action by the Environmental Protection Agency will directly impact industries that manufacture, process, or utilize PFAS chemicals. This article looks at the recent EPA actions and what to expect in the future for these forever chemicals. March 20, 2020 | Bloomberg Law | Authors: Jeffrey Dintzer…

New Mexico Moves to Vacate Conditional Transfer of Its Suit Against the United States to South Carolina PFAS MDL

New Mexico argues its suit against the United States and the United States Air Force should not be added to the PFAS aqueous foam MDL in South Carolina because it does not bring claims against PFAS or AFFF manufacturers. The State further argues that, beyond being inconvenient, transfer would be inappropriate because the factual issues…