A group of legislators is asking the U.S. EPA to provide transparency about cleanup efforts following the East Palestine train derailment.
In a letter to EPA Administrator Michael Regan, members of the U.S. House Science, Space, and Technology committee said that although the agency has reported that the area is safe, many residents have reported evidence of chemical residue in the environment and experiences of negative health conditions.
“We expect the EPA to prioritize protecting the residents of East Palestine and ensuring a clean environment for the future,” the letter said.
