EPA sued for approving semiconductor chemicals that may pose health risks

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Environmental and community groups have sued the EPA over its approval of two chemicals used in semiconductors, citing concerns about potential health risks to workers and the public. The controversy centers on balancing semiconductor industry growth with health and environmental safety.

Environmental and community groups sued the Trump administration on Friday over its approval of two chemicals for use in semiconductors despite posing health risks. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently approved the two chemicals for use in the semiconductor industry even though it also found potential risks to workers and the general public, the groups…