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Wednesday, May 21, 2025

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The VET PFAS ACT supports medical and hospital services to U.S. veterans and their families in Florida

In the 1970s, the Department of Defense endorsed the usage of Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) as a fire suppressant without recognizing the toxic nature of its active ingredients known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Chronic exposure to these chemicals significantly increases the risk of cancer, reproductive issues, and liver damage, among other serious health effects. Military personnel and veterans have historically performed their duties without protection from PFAS exposure, prompting the introduction of the Veterans Exposed to Toxic (VET) PFAS Act in July 2023. 


District 1 encompasses the incumbent democratic candidate, Mary Alford, up against republican candidate Lizabeth Ann Doebler. District 3 has incumbent democratic candidate Anna Prizzia against republican candidate Jenn Garrett.
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La Comisaría del Condado Anna Prizzia vuelve a ganar su mandata en el Distrito 3

La candidata demócrata Anna Prizzia ha ganado la elección para la comisaría del Distrito 3 para la Comisión del Condado de Alachua después de hacer girar su campaña hacia temas de protecciones medioambientales, justicia social y apoyo para los comercios locales. Algunos de sus objetivos incluyen legislaciones para proteger la calidad de agua, proveer para vivienda económica y establecer programas de capacitación de la fuerza laboral.



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