WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts issued the following press release:
Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) introduced the Sound Science Act. This legislation would strengthen the science used for risk reviews and improve interagency coordination for chemicals regulated under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). By strengthening the scientific basis for regulation and expediting the existing chemical review process, Americans can have access to updated and safe chemistries. Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) is an original cosponsor.
"Nebraska farmers and ranchers depend on the EPA's chemical review process for ingredients in livestock feed or in irrigation equipment. Chemical determinations affect supply chains in Nebraska," sai...