PERFLUOROALKYL AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES: USING LAW AND POLICY TO ADDRESS THESE ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH HAZARDS IN THE UNITED STATES.

The article describes some of the legal and policy approaches that have been taken to phase out and regulate perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in the U.S. They include the Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) Stewardship Program, the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), and the Stockholm Convention. Also mentioned are the Safe Drinking Water Act, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) health advisories, and congressional actions.