BPA Action Week April 5th-9th: Call Governor Patrick!
We have a big opportunity in Massachusetts to protect children from BPA, a toxic chemical linked to hyperactivity, impaired learning and other developmental issues.
Please call Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick today and ask him to phase-out BPA products for which there are safer alternatives including infant formula and baby food packaging and reusable beverage and food containers.
1. Dial: 617-725-4005
2. Deliver your message:
- Give your name and where you live
- Say "Thank you for protecting our health by calling for a phase-out of BPA products. Don’t just stop at baby bottles and cups, please include infant formula cans and food and beverage containers as well.”
- If no one picks up the phone, you can leave a message.
3. Report to us that you called. Click to report your call.
4. Tell you friends to call too!
This March, Governor Patrick directed the DPH to draft a regulation on BPA in children's products, but he only specifically mentioned baby bottles and cups, stopping short of directing DPH to include infant formula, baby food packaging, or reusable food and beverage containers, which must also be regulated to fully protect children. Connecticut led the way last year by passing a bill to phase out BPA in these products and our goal is to match the health protective standard of our neighboring state.
Read last week's article about BPA and what's happening in Massachusetts for more background.
It's amazing how just one short phone call can really make a difference so please pick up the phone and let your voice be heard. Thanks for all the support and have a great week! We look forward to hearing your reports.
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