Louisiana Could Soon Vote on Fluoride in Drinking Water
Summary
Louisiana lawmakers passed a bill that could let local communities vote on whether to keep fluoride in their public drinking water. The bill now waits for Governor Jeff Landry’s approval before local elections can decide on fluoride use in water systems.Key Facts
- Senate Bill 4 (SB4) passed the Louisiana Legislature and awaits the governor’s signature.
- If signed, local governments can hold elections to decide on fluoridating their public water systems.
- A majority vote in these local elections would determine whether fluoride remains in drinking water.
- Currently, only 39% of Louisiana residents have fluoridated water, compared to nearly 75% across the U.S.
- The bill was introduced by Republican State Senator Mike Fesi.
- Senator Fesi claims fluoride may cause health problems like lower IQ in children.
- The Louisiana Dental Association supports fluoride as safe and helpful in preventing tooth decay.
- Louisiana’s Department of Health states many residents lack access to dental care.
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