Why are North Carolina's top elected officials opposing the EPA-Chemours PFAS settlement?

North Carolina's top elected officials, including Gov. Josh Stein and Attorney General Jeff Jackson, are urging a federal court to reject the proposed settlement because they argue it fails to adequately protect communities along the Cape Fear River from PFAS contamination, provides little benefit to North Carolina despite decades of pollution from Chemours' Fayetteville Works facility, excludes the state from negotiations, and offers little beyond existing state requirements.

What do North Carolina leaders want the EPA to do instead of proceeding with the current settlement?

North Carolina leaders are requesting that the EPA work with the state to develop a more effective agreement that meaningfully addresses PFAS contamination impacts on communities along the Cape Fear River and reflects the state's interests and regulatory authority.

State leaders urge court to reject EPA-Chemours PFAS settlement

Jul 31, 2026

North Carolina officials urge a federal court to reject an EPA-Chemours PFAS settlement, citing inadequate community protection and exclusion from negotiations. They argue the deal offers minimal benefits despite decades of pollution from Chemours' Fayetteville Works facility.

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