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Notice of intent to list: tetrachlorvinphos, parathion, malathion, glyphosate via the “Labor Code” listing mechanism.

Announcement of public comment period for the notice of intent to list parathion, malathion and glyphosate as known to the State to cause cancer via the Labor Code mechanism.

Extension of the public comment period for the notice of intent to list parathion, malathion and glyphosate as known to the State to cause cancer via the Labor Code mechanism.

Modification to the proposed rulemaking for the lead agency website.

Safe methods of fire ash cleanup and the hazards associated with exposure.

Notice of reconsideration of listing methyl-n-butyl ketone and consideration of listing of 2,5-hexanedione by the Developmental and Reproductive Toxicant Identification Committee.

Announcement of a public workshop. Possible amendments concerning the calculation of the concentration of listed chemicals in foods.

OEHHA is considering the possible addition of Section 25501.1, that would establish background levels for certain ubiquitous chemicals, such as lead and arsenic that are naturally present in unprocessed foods. 

OEHHA is considering adopting a regulation that would establish background levels for certain ubiquitous chemicals, such as lead and arsenic that are naturally present in unprocessed foods.

Comment period for a possible regulation that would establish background levels for certain ubiquitous chemicals, such as lead  and arsenic that are naturally present in unprocessed foods.