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The Environmental Protection Agency is moving to regulate so-called "forever chemicals." Known as PFAS, these chemicals are found in a variety of household products and have been linked to health problems, including some cancers. The chemicals have contaminated water supplies throughout the U.S., including here in Minnesota. 

MPR News reporter Kirsti Marohn joined Minnesota Now with Cathy Wurzer to help us unpack the EPA’s new plan. 

Plus, Tom Johnson, Minnesota Toxics Program Organizer at Clear Water Action, joined the show to tell us about clean water advocates working toward more regulation of PFAS.

What the EPA's plan to regulate 'forever chemicals' means for Minnesota

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The Environmental Protection Agency is moving to regulate so-called "forever chemicals." Known as PFAS, these chemicals are found in a variety of household products and have been linked to health problems, including some cancers. The chemicals have contaminated water supplies throughout the U.S., including here in Minnesota.

The Environmental Protection Agency is moving to regulate so-called "forever chemicals." Known as PFAS, these chemicals are found in a variety of household products and have been linked to health problems, including some cancers. The chemicals have contaminated water supplies throughout the US, including here in Minnesota. 

What to know about the EPA's plan to regulate 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

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