What specific criticisms did North Carolina's top officials raise about the proposed federal settlement with Chemours?

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, Attorney General Jeff Jackson, and DEQ head Reid Wilson criticized the proposed federal settlement with Chemours for doing 'next to nothing' for North Carolinians, allowing Chemours to evade accountability for PFAS pollution, and imposing emission restrictions that are already required under existing state regulations. They characterized the settlement as inadequate, unfair, and contrary to the public interest.

What legal action did North Carolina officials take in addition to sending the letter to federal authorities?

In addition to sending the letter opposing the proposed federal settlement with Chemours, North Carolina's top officials filed a supporting document in an ongoing state lawsuit against both Chemours and DuPont.

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North Carolina officials oppose a federal settlement with Chemours, claiming it inadequately addresses PFAS pollution and allows the company to evade accountability. They have filed supporting documents in a state lawsuit against Chemours and DuPont regarding the matter.

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