Prero Discusses Potential State Chemicals Action Following Midterm Elections 

The article notes that while new political majorities may create opportunities for additional action, economic pressures, competing priorities and state-specific conditions could temper the pace of new restrictions.  

Judah said the election results do not necessarily mean states without a history of chemicals regulation will suddenly pursue new requirements. “On a very high level, if there has been no historical interest by a state in chemical regulatory issues, it’s hard to see why that would change.”  

He also noted that lawmakers will need to weigh potential regulatory action against its economic impact on companies and state governments. “I think the economic consequences of new regulation might slow things down a bit in a number of jurisdictions.”  

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