Although Toxic Substances Control Act reform, the focus of the October Congressional Digest, is moving slowly through Congress, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has called it a “top priority” and some States have taken action, as well.

For the second time this summer, President Obama used his weekly radio and video address to push for passage of legislation to require public disclosure of who funds political advertising. On Saturday, September 18, he said that Congress has a responsibility to act, even if it’s too late to have an impact this election season.