Arkansas Proposal Aims to Remove Fluoride Laws in Drinking Water

A proposed bill for the next legislative session in Arkansas aims to repeal the state’s fluoridation program and remove laws concerning the mineral being in water systems. The bill was filed by a group of Republicans led by state Sen. Clint Penzo, with support from other state legislators. If passed, the legislation would eliminate requirements for maintaining fluoride levels in water systems serving 5,000 or more people. This move is in response to suggestions from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and concerns raised by the National Toxicology Program linking high fluoride levels in drinking water to lower IQs in children. Fluoridation of drinking water has been a widely accepted practice since 1945 and has been credited with a significant decrease in cavities. The recommended level of fluoride in drinking water is 0.7 milligrams per liter, as stated by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The upcoming legislative session is scheduled to begin on January 13, 2025. Stay tuned for updates on this proposed bill that could have significant implications for public health in Arkansas.

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