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OEHHA has provided a number of comments on the risk characterization methodology and conclusions on the draft RCD for Carbaryl. These comments and our recommendations, as well as suggested clarifications, additions and corrections, are contained in this report.

Extension of public comment period on notice of intent to list methanol as known to cause reproductive toxicity via the “Authoritative Bodies” mechanism.

General information and technical resources that provide information to scientists in local public health and natural resource agencies, as well as the public, about microcystins and risks associated with exposure to this family of toxins.

Announcement of an informal conference call on February 18, 2009, to discuss comments and next steps on a proposed amendment that will add specific options for method and content for warnings for exposures to listed chemicals in foods.

The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, January 29 in Sacramento. The purpose of the meeting is to brainstorm on hazard traits, toxicological and environmental endpoints, and other relevant data to be included in the Toxics Information Clearinghouse, which was established by SB 509 (Simitian, Chapter 560, Statutes of 2008). Follow the link to download a copy of the meeting materials (agenda, discussion questions, and list of panelists).

The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) will be hosting a public meeting on Thursday, January 29 in Sacramento. The purpose of the meeting is to brainstorm on hazard traits, toxicological and environmental endpoints, and other relevant data to be included in the Toxics Information Clearinghouse, which was established by SB 509 (Simitian, Chapter 560, Statutes of 2008).

Extension of public comment period for metam potassium, for possible listing as causing cancer via the Authoritative Bodies mechanism.

 OEHHA is proposing an additional minor clarification and one substantive change to the proposed amendments of Title 27, California Code of Regulations, section 25204.

Request for comments. Notice of intent to list methanol as known to the state to cause reproductive toxicity via the authoritative bodies mechanism.

Extension of comment period.  Notice of intent to list methanol as known to teh State to cause reproductive toxicity via the “Authoritative Bodies” mechanism.