CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health and ATSDR assist local, territorial, tribal, state, and federal partners address PFAS public health concerns. ATSDR and its state health partners are actively investigating exposure to and possible health effects associated with PFAS in more than 30 communities across the U.S.
Partners
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on PFAS
FDA is charged with leading the science in developing validated methods for testing for PFAS in food.
Association of Clean Water Administrators (ACWA)
ACWA is the national voice of state and interstate water officials who are responsible for the implementation of surface water protection programs.
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) on PFAS
NIEHS and the National Toxicology Program support research to better understand the potential health effects of exposure to PFAS.
Association of State Drinking Water Administrators (ASDWA)
ASDWA serves as the national voice of state and territorial drinking water program administrators.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
USDA provides leadership on food, agriculture, and natural resouces, among other areas, based on public policy and the best available science.
Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management Officials (ASTSWMO)
ASTSWMO enhances and promotes effective state and territorial programs and effects relevant national policeis for waste and materials amangement, enviornmentally sustainable practices, and environmental restoration.
Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)
ASTHO supports state and territorial health agencies to advance health equity and optimal health for all.
Interstate Technology and Regulatory Council (ITRC)
ITRC is a state-led coalition aimed at reducing barriers to the use of innovative air, water, waste, and remediation environmental technologies and processes. A project of ECOS, ITRC provides guidance documents and training on a variety of relevant challenges, including PFAS.
National Governors Association (NGA)
NGA is the voice of governors and is dedicated to leading bipartisan solutions to improve citizens’ lives through state government.
