Please join us for the first webinar in a series that explores the legal implications of and shifting policies around the use of PFAS.
The federal legislative and regulatory PFAS landscapes are rapidly evolving at the outset of the second Trump administration and the 119th Congress. During our first session, we will examine the EPA’s recent PFAS rules and share updates regarding shifting federal PFAS policy. We will also provide insight into potential action on Capitol Hill and within the executive branch in President Trump’s second term.
Background
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) refers to a broad category of man-made substances that have been deployed in countless manufacturing, medical, defense, and other industrial and commercial applications for decades because of the chemicals’ heat-resistant and oil- and moisture-repelling properties. These chemicals have played critical roles and led to incredible advances in firefighting, the military, healthcare, and the alternative energy fields. In recent years, however, PFAS have landed in the media spotlight and litigation crosshairs because of their persistent and bioaccumulative properties—giving rise to the label 'forever chemicals'—and alleged health and environmental impacts. PFAS have also been the focus of increasing legislative and regulatory attention on both the federal and state levels. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has pursued PFAS actions across its many program offices since its 2019 PFAS Action Plan and the subsequent 2021 PFAS Strategic Roadmap; at the same time, members of Congress on both sides of the aisle have supported legislation, including provisions in National Defense Authorization Acts, to force agency action on PFAS.
Speakers
- Jim Barnette, Partner, Venable LLP
- Allison Foley, Partner, Venable LLP
- Jim Reilly, Senior Policy Advisor, Venable LLP
- Julie Michalski, Associate, Venable LLP
CLE Accreditation
Venable is an approved CLE provider in California, Florida, Illinois, and New York. This program is accredited for a 60-minute live (participatory) credit hour(s), subject to the regulations of the jurisdiction. Venable certifies this activity conforms to the standards for approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California, Florida Bar, MCLE Board of the Supreme Court of Illinois and State Bar of New York, which govern minimum continuing legal education. Venable is a State Bar of California, Florida Bar, MCLE Board of the Supreme Court of Illinois and State Bar of New York approved MCLE provider. This program is appropriate for both experienced and newly admitted attorneys.
Venable is a registered provider in Colorado and can submit for program accreditation upon request. Please allow 30 days for program submission and review. You can request CO credit in advance by emailing iafajardo@Venable.com.