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On May 9, 2025, comments by Lynn L. Bergeson were featured in Inside PFAS Policy’s article regarding an industry push to have the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulate perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), in a way that would preempt state regulations of the chemicals. Lynn Bergeson, counsel for law firm Bergeson & Campbell, told Inside PFAS Policy that although there is a pathway to preemption under TSCA, it would be a “laborious one,” and she is...

On May 1, 2025, comments by Catherina Narigon, Associate with B&C, were featured in Bloomberg Law’s article regarding state actions being taken to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contained in biosolids.  Industrial effluent and other source control laws that place financial responsibility on industry and corporate entities—rather than on state or local government funding, utilities, or end users—are attractive and likely effective state strategies, said...

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to announce that Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, has been named an Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) “Expert of the Year” in the inaugural cohort of recipients of this new initiative by ACD to recognize and honor “extraordinary talent and achievements” among the ACD community. The professionals chosen for the 2024 class were selected by an invitation to all ACD members to nominate those who exemplify...

On April 23, 2025, comments by Lynn L. Bergeson and Richard E. Engler, Ph.D. were featured in Chemical Watch’s article regarding an extension of the Trump administration hiring freeze. Lynn Bergeson, principal with law firm Bergeson & Campbell, said the impacts of the hiring freeze on the EPA’s chemicals programme are “all bad”.  “EPA needs all the help it can get, and competent staff are needed, urgently,” she said.  Her...

This June marks the ninth anniversary of the enactment of the game-changing Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (Lautenberg) that amended the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). With a new Trump Administration and the relentless pace of regulatory developments related to Lautenberg implementation, there are many issues to consider and problems to solve. Save the date to join Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®), the Environmental Law Institute (ELI), and the George...

On March 19, 2025, comments by Lynn L. Bergeson were featured in Chemical & Engineering News’ article regarding delays by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on hazardous substance restrictions. The EPA and industry both want certainty regarding the agency’s legal positions, say lawyers who work closely with chemical companies. “Industry would like predictability and certainty so it can plan accordingly,” says Lynn Bergeson, managing partner at the Washington,...

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to announce the release by American Bar Association (ABA) Publishing of Chemical Product Law and Supply Chain Stewardship: A Guide to New TSCA, edited by B&C Managing Partner Lynn L. Bergeson and authored by Ms. Bergeson and members of B&C’s highly experienced Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) practice group. This invaluable guide provides a road map to navigate efficiently the transformational changes in chemical product law,...

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to offer clients and friends these timely resources to prepare for the eventful year expected in 2025. PODCAST: Election Outcome — A Conversation with James V. Aidala and Mark J. Washko The latest episode of All Things Chemical®, features Lynn L. Bergeson speaking with James V. Aidala and Mark J. Washko to get their take on the very eventful past weeks and seek their thoughts on what 2025...

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) and The Acta Group (Acta®) are pleased to announce that Director of Chemistry, Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., will present during two sessions of the Household & Commercial Product Association’s (HCPA) 2024 Annual Meeting: Charting the Path Forward for Policy and Regulatory Progress. This event, scheduled for December 8-11, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL, engages the public policy issues that impact the household and commercial products industry....

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to announce publication of the 2024 edition of Guide to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), LexisNexis (Guide to TSCA), the first under the editorial direction of the TSCA team at Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. Guide to TSCA is the definitive comprehensive treatise on TSCA, written for lawyers, regulatory affairs specialists, and commercial and business people who need to understand the details of this law. TSCA cuts across...