Political Quotes

“I remain concerned about the high levels of exposure Americans have to Bisphenol-A, BPA, an endocrine- disrupting chemical. BPA is a synthetic estrogen, which means that it mimics this hormone when in the body. Scientific studies continue to show cause for concern, especially for the health effects on babies, children, and expectant mothers. While these studies continue to examine the exact effects that BPA has on humans, consumers deserve more information. BPA is most commonly found in food products, such as the lining of canned goods like string beans, but consumers have no clear way of knowing this. The BPA in Food Packaging Right to Know Act is a simple solution to fix this problem. This legislation requires that food packaging that uses BPA include a clear label that reads, ``This food packaging contains BPA, an endocrine-disrupting chemical, according to the National Institutes of Health.'' This is basic information that consumers have the right to know so they can make informed decisions about the products they wish to purchase. This legislation also directs the Department of Health and Human Services to do a safety assessment of food containers that use BPA to determine if there is reasonable certainty that no harm will come from exposure, including from low doses over the long term.…”