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City of Danbury Secures Nearly $3.5 Million in National PFAS Settlement Landmark Agreement With 3M Marks Major Victory for Clean Water and Public Health
Working together to protect residents, Ventura Law and the City of Danbury achieved a significant PFAS settlement that ensures cleaner water and a healthier future for their community. DANBURY, CONNECTICUT / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / The ...
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