Wheeler Faces Uphill Slog On Improving Risk Communication, A Top Priority

January 2, 2019

Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler has sought to make improved risk communication a top priority but he appears to be facing an uphill battle as his effort faces public skepticism driven by the Trump administration's deregulatory efforts and top officials' past industry connections. In several cases, agency officials are drawing significant concerns from lawmakers, communities and others as they grapple with addressing chemicals, such as ethylene oxide (EtO) and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). And their efforts to roll back Obama-era...

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