Former Industry Lobbyist Set to Lead EPA Chemical Safety Division, Prompting Health Concerns
Douglas Troutman’s expected confirmation would mean the top four positions in EPA’s chemical safety division are held by former industry lobbyists. Environmental advocates warn this could reverse recent progress on toxic chemical protections and endanger public health.
Industry Backgrounds Dominate EPA Chemical Safety Leadership
The U.S. Senate is reportedly preparing to confirm Douglas Troutman, a current industry lobbyist, to lead the Environmental Protection Agency’s chemical safety and pollution prevention office, according to sources familiar with the nomination process. If confirmed, analysts suggest this would mean all four top positions in the agency’s toxics office would be held by former chemical industry lobbyists, raising significant concerns among public health advocates.