E.P.A. Set to Cancel Grants Aimed at Protecting Children From Toxic Chemicals
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The Trump administration is moving to cancel substantial grants designated for research on environmental hazards affecting children in rural America, per internal E.P.A. emails. These funds were allocated for crucial studies on pesticide exposure, wildfire smoke, and contamination from forever chemicals. A directive from E.P.A. leadership reveals a comprehensive cancellation across key programs including STAR and P3, which supported innovative environmental solutions. This move underscores the ongoing trend of diminishing the E.P.A.'s role in addressing vital public health and environmental issues.
The Trump administration plans to cancel significant funding for grants aimed at studying environmental hazards for children in rural America, impacting vital research and solutions.
Internal emails reveal that the E.P.A. intends to eliminate all pending and active grants, including those for programs focused on children's health and environmental sustainability.
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