PFAS Regulation Push in California: California lawmakers passed a bill requiring the state to flag pesticides containing PFAS in a public database, sending it to Gov. Newsom; the measure follows disputes over PFAS definitions and health impacts. PFAS Lawsuits Over Drinking Water: A new class action targets PFOA contamination in Bennington and Shaftsbury, tied to the former Chemfab plant and confirmed contaminated wells. Diaper Ingredient Transparency: California advanced a diaper ingredient disclosure bill (AB 1901) requiring full ingredient lists and CAS numbers on company webpages, urging Gov. Newsom to sign. Industrial Safety Tragedy in Russia: A fire at the Amur Gas Chemical Complex in Russia’s Far East killed 15 workers as investigators probe causes and possible safety breaches. Corporate Deal: Olin and Huntsman shareholders approved their all-stock “merger of equals,” moving the $6B chemicals combination toward closing. Agrochemical/Health Enforcement: India’s Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested suspects in an interstate counterfeit blood-pressure medicine racket involving NICARDIA RETARD. Energy & Petrochem Forum: UAE’s energy minister attended the Kazan Oil, Gas & Chemistry exhibition in Russia to discuss energy and petrochemical cooperation. EU Packaging Compliance Data Challenge: A UK packaging supplier warned brands that EU packaging rules will hinge on consolidating accurate supplier data for compliance. Water Quality & Community Action: Utah mayors launched the “Love Your Watershed” challenge to cut storm-drain pollution into the Jordan River. PFAS in Schools: A Vermont town moved forward with plans for filtration at a school building after PFAS were found in drinking water.