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Maryland General Assembly Passes BPA-Free Baby Bottle Act	2010-02-25
Today the Maryland Senate passed a bill to ban the toxic chemical BPA from baby bottles and sippy cups by a vote of 45 to 0. An identical policy passed the House of Delegates unanimously on February 19. Pending Gov. O’Malley’s signature, Maryland is poised to become the fourth state in the nation to phase out the chemical and send a strong message that our nation’s regulatory framework must be more protective of children’s health.
Toxic Chemicals and Brain Development	2010-02-04
61 toxic chemicals found in human participants pose the question: What is the relationship between toxic chemicals and rising rates of autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and other learning and developmental disabilities?
New Report Demonstrates Reductions in Chemical Exposure Would Make Americans Healthier, Wealthier	2010-01-21
According to a new analysis released today, “The Health Case for Reforming the Toxic Substances Control Act,” the U.S. has the opportunity to prevent rising rates of chronic disease and reduce health care costs by overhauling federal chemical policy.
FDA Announces BPA of Some Concern for Children, Supports Limiting Exposure	2010-01-15
The Food and Drug Administration has acknowledged concern for children exposed to the chemical bisphenol A, or BPA, known mostly for its presence in baby bottles. While the FDA states the study will continue, it now agrees with the National Toxicology Program, stating “recent studies provide reason for some concern about the potential effects of BPA on the brain, behavior, and prostate gland of fetuses, infants and children.”
Washington, DC: Chemical Security Legislation Advances in the House	2009-10-21
WASHINGTON, October 21— The House Energy and Commerce Committee passed H.R. 2868, the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009, introduced by Rep. Bennie Thompson, Rep. Henry Waxman, Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee and Rep. Edward Markey, by a vote of 29-18, and passed H.R. 3258, the Drinking Water System Security Act, introduced by Reps. Markey and Waxman, on a voice vote.
Washington, D.C.: Chemical Security Legislation Clears Key House Subcommittee	2009-10-14
The House Energy and Environment Subcommittee passed the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009 (H.R. 2868) and the Drinking Water System Security Act (H.R. 3258).
Washington, D.C:House Energy and Environment Subcommittee Reviews Chemical Security Legislation	2009-10-01
The Energy and Environment Subcommittee held a legislative hearing on the H.R. 2868, the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009, introduced by Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS), Rep. Henry Waxman (D-CA), Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee (D-TX) and Rep. Edward Markey (D-MA) and H.R. 3258, the Drinking Water System Security Act, introduced by Reps. Waxman and Markey. At the hearing, the Obama Administration endorsed the requirement in both bills that the most dangerous chemical facilities be required to implement safer technologies to reduce the consequences of an attack on or accident at a facility.
Toxic Chemical in Household Products Endangers Children’s Health	2009-03-19
Baltimore – An unlikely coalition of nurses, firefighters, consumer advocates and concerned parents have joined forces to call on the Maryland General Assembly to ban a toxic chemical and switch to safer alternatives.
Congress Restores Public Access to Toxic Pollution Information	2009-03-11
Included in the Omnibus Appropriations Act sent to the White House today is a measure to reinstate the public’s right to know about toxic pollution in their communities.
Baltimore City Council Passes Chemical Security Resolution	2007-07-16
Today the Baltimore City Council unanimously approved a resolution supporting the passage of federal chemical plant security legislation.
Activists Pressure Towson Target to Phase-Out Toxic Products and Packaging	2007-05-24
New Report Shows Target Lags Behind Other Major Retailers in Refusing to Replace Toxic Packaging, Toys and Shower Curtains with Safe Alternatives
Maryland General Assembly passes Smoke-Free Legislation—Health Advocates Herald Passage as “Monumental” in Efforts to Diminish Suffering and Reduce Deaths	2007-04-09
The Smoke-Free Maryland Coalition today heralded the passage of the Clean Indoor Air Act of 2007 (SB 91). The bill prohibits smoking in all indoor workplaces, including all restaurants and bars in Maryland.
New Report Links Toxic Pollution in Baltimore with Health Hazards	2007-03-22
Exposure to dangerous toxic pollution from industrial facilities threatens communities in Baltimore and across the country, according to a new report released today by Maryland PIRG.
Restaurant & Bar Owners Call for Smoke-Free Legislation in Baltimore	2006-10-11
Restaurant and bar owners and their employees today joined public health officials, City Council bill sponsors, and health advocates to call on members of the Baltimore City Council to support a citywide, smoke-free bill for bars and restaurants.
Smoke-Free Builds Momentum: State’s Leading Public Interest Group Joins Coalition	2006-07-27
Maryland PIRG announced today that it has joined Smoke Free Maryland, the state’s largest coalition working to improve public health by banning smoking in all workplaces including restaurants and bars.