HB 1191, sent to Governor DeSantis on June 26, would allow phosphogypsum, radioactive waste from the phosphate industry, to be used in road projects in Florida. It now awaits the governor's signature. Because the phosphate mining industry is running out of places to put this toxic waste, allowing its use in roads would reduce the cost of phosphate production, ultimately leading to more mining in sensitive areas of Florida, putting people and our environment at risk. Urge Governor DeSantis to Veto this reckless legislation!
HB 1191, sent to Governor DeSantis on June 26, would allow phosphogypsum, radioactive waste from the phosphate industry, to be used in road projects in Florida. It now awaits the governor's signature. Because the phosphate mining industry is running out of places to put this toxic waste, allowing its use in roads would reduce the cost of phosphate production, ultimately leading to more mining in sensitive areas of Florida, putting people and our environment at risk. Urge Governor DeSantis to Veto this reckless legislation!