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Kentucky lawmakers seek to make water fluoridation optional, citing health concerns and legal risks.
Kentucky lawmakers plan to reintroduce legislation making water fluoridation optional in public water systems, shifting control from the state to local districts.
The move follows concerns over fluoride’s potential health effects, with some lawmakers and experts calling it a neurotoxin linked to developmental issues, while the CDC maintains it remains a key public health tool for preventing tooth decay.
The bill aims to relieve local governments of an unfunded mandate and protect them from lawsuits, though critics worry about inconsistent standards and lack of expertise.
A federal judge recently ordered the EPA to reassess fluoride regulation based on new research suggesting possible IQ reductions in children exposed to high levels.
Los legisladores de Kentucky buscan hacer que la fluoración del agua sea opcional, citando preocupaciones de salud y riesgos legales.