Toxic Free Kids Town Hall–Feb. 17, 6:30 PM in Beaverton

Did you know that thousands of children’s products on the shelves today contain hazardous chemicals linked to cancer, hormone disruption, and developmental disorders? Yet manufacturers don’t disclose these chemicals—not to parents, or doctors, or even to health authorities.  In 2015, Oregon has a chance to take a closer look at these chemicals and to protect our children from risks that can undermine health over a lifetime. Join us to learn more about SB 478, the Toxic Free Kids Act. Hear from Senators Steiner Hayward and Hass, Representatives Read and Barker, OEC and OLCV on why it’s Oregon’s responsibility to protect kids from toxic chemicals. Learn how you can be involved in ensuring this bill passes.

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