1. United States
2. Ohio
3. Letter

I am writing to express my deep concern over the recent approval of a new pesticide containing PFAs ("forever chemicals") as an active ingredient. This decision, made during the Trump administration, poses significant risks to public health and the environment that cannot be ignored. The pesticide in question, which contains isocycloseram, is slated for widespread use on agricultural crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat, as well as for turf, ornamentals, and various indoor and outdoor applications. This broad application scope amplifies the potential for widespread contamination and exposure. What's particularly alarming is that this marks the fifth PFAs pesticide ingredient proposed for approval during Trump's second term. This pattern suggests a disturbing trend of prioritizing industry interests over public health and environmental safety. The dangers of PFAs are well-documented. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has linked these chemicals to increased risks of certain cancers, low birth weight, high cholesterol, and pregnancy-induced hypertension. By approving this pesticide, we are knowingly introducing these health risks into our food supply and environment. I urge you to take immediate action to halt this approval and initiate a comprehensive review of all PFAs-containing pesticides. This aligns with the promises made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., prior to becoming HHS Secretary, to review and potentially restrict chemical and pesticide standards as part of his "Make America Healthy Again" agenda. The potential long-term consequences of allowing these "forever chemicals" into our ecosystem are too severe to ignore. We need decisive action to protect public health, our agricultural lands, and our water sources from this persistent and dangerous class of chemicals. Please prioritize the health and safety of your constituents over short-term industry gains. I request that you push for an immediate moratorium on the approval of PFAs-containing pesticides and advocate for stricter regulations on these chemicals across all sectors. Our future generations depend on the decisions we make today regarding these persistent environmental contaminants.