Weekly Watchdog: Texas explosion shows why strong regulatory agencies matter

This week's investigations: As critics press for action, Chemical Safety Board investigations languish, From homemaker to hell-raiser in Love Canal, 'Limited benefit' health care plans are no real bargain and more. Can't see our images? Click here to read this email in your browser.

April 19, 2013

From Executive Director Bill Buzenberg If the Center is doing its job right, then our work should anticipate the news. Unfortunately, that happened with an explosion in Texas. Read more

Was Texas explosion preventable? Chemical board under fire The U.S. Chemical Safety Board, which probes chemical accidents, is under attack for its slow investigative pace. Read more Tell a friend: Invite someone to get this email  Support accountability: Donate today Fighting to leave, part 2 From homemaker to hell-raiser in Love Canal In 1978, Lois Gibbs was a mom with sick kids. Her fight prompted a president to free 900 families -- and paved the way for U.S. buyouts. Read more Wendell Potter Limited benefit scam Plans with modest premiums provide no real coverage. Read more Hope for separated families? New immigration bill may ease years-long 'bars' that have split spouses and children. Read more Cracking the Codes Senators seek health records change Report says $35 billion Obama administration stimulus program not working. Read more Fueling Fears 'A risk too great' A survey of refinery workers recommends safer alternatives to the handling of a chemical that puts millions at risk. Read more E-cigarette lobbying heats up Manufacturers of smoking alternative faces new government scrutiny. Read more Secrecy for Sale World reacts to investigation Deputy speaker of the Mongolian Parliament resigns after revelation of offshore company and bank account. Read more

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