SB 797

California legislature considers environmental bills

The California Legislature has several environmental and land use bills in front of it right now. Ā Under state law, the legislature must act by August 31 in order to send any of these bills to the Governor for signature. Ā Here’s a quick summary of the pending legislation, with some links for further info. Ā (Current information …

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Bisphenol-A in baby bottles . . . and in Sigg bottles (!)

The chemical bisphenol-A (BPA), commonly found in polycarbonate plastics and other household containers, is the subject of a new bill in California because of its potential adverse health effects. Ā BPA hasbeen linked through animal testing to serious health problemsinvolving behavior, brain development, reproduction and heart function. Environmental advocacy groups such as the Environmental Working Group, …

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