Scientists say ‘sound science’ bills set ‘insurmountable burden of proof’ for regulations

By: Dennis Pillion, Inside Climate News

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: March 10, 2026

Words: 1,209

Last Updated: 1 hour, 56 minutes ago

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A series of Republican state legislatures are advancing, or have already passed, laws severely limiting the ability of state agencies to set environmental regulations, despite warnings from the scientific community that such measures could increase risk of serious health problems, including cancers.

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