Newsom Vetoes Bill Banning Forever Chemicals in Cookware

Newsom vetoes ban on ‘forever chemicals’ in cookware

By Hiroko Tabuchi Gov. Gavin Newsom of California vetoed a bill that would phase out harmful “forever chemicals” used in nonstick cookware, saying he was worried it would make pots and pans more expensive for Californians. The veto, announced late Monday, is a victory for the cookware industry as well as for celebrity chefs and cooks who had defended the chemicals’ use, saying that nonstick pans are safe when used responsibly. Rachael Ray, David…

Legislation Banning Cookware Manufactured With "Forever Chemicals" Vetoed By Democrat Governor * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Danielle

California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed legislation that would ban the sale of cookware and other products manufactured with “forever chemicals.” […]

California Gov. Newsom Vetoes Ban on ‘Forever Chemicals’

Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed California legislation aimed at phasing out "forever chemicals" used in nonstick cookware, citing concerns that it would drive up costs for consumers. The New York Times reported that Newsom said he shared the legislation's goal of protecting public health and the environment but was "deeply concerned about the impact this bill would have on the availability of affordable options in cooking products." He urged lawmakers …

Governor vetoes California bill to ban PFAS in cookware

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have banned the sale of cookware made with controversial PFAS chemicals, as well as the sale of cleaning products, dental floss, food packaging and other products containing the chemicals. Monday’s veto follows fierce debate over the bill, which passed both legislative chambers last month, and would have set the PFAS-containing nonstick cookware ban to take effect in 2030  with the ban on…

Newsom vetoes bill banning forever chemicals in cookware

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) vetoed a bill that would have banned the use of “forever chemicals” in cookware and other products in California. The bill became a source of controversy in the Golden State, with celebrity chefs among those who rallied against the cookware ban, while environmental and health activists have argued for it. It would have blocked the sales of cleaning products, dental floss, children's products, food packaging and s…

California governor rejects bill to phase out "forever" chemicals used in cookware, children's products

Gov. Gavin Newsom votoes bill to phase out a range of popular consumer products, including nonstick pots and pans, that contain synthetic chemicals with links to cancer.