Trump Administration Proposes Eliminating Federal Chemical Safety Board Amidst Ongoing Investigations

The Trump administration has proposed cutting funding for the Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB), a federal agency responsible for investigating chemical disasters and advocating for safety improvements. This proposal comes as the CSB is investigating a recent deadly chemical leak in West Virginia. The White House argues the CSB duplicates work by other agencies, while advocates warn its elimination could leave states vulnerable to future incidents.