PFAS And The Transition To The Biden Administration: The Implications Of Designating PFOA And PFOS As “Hazardous Substances” Under CERCLA
By EsqSocial Corporation 30/04/21
In recent years, there has been no shortage of interest and commentary dedicated to a group of chemicals known collectively as PFAS. As one example, the potential designation of certain PFAS — PFOA and PFOS (perfluorooctanoic acid and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid, respectively) — as “hazardous substances” under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (“CERCLA” or “Superfund”) continues to attract attention in both the regulatory and political arenas and, if such...
By: Vinson & Elkins LLP