Philly status: as of January 28th, 2021, Healthy Outdoor Public Spaces (HOPS) has officially been enacted into law.
However, the Kenney Administration has so far refused to enforce on grounds overseen by Parks and Rec, shirking their duty to follow the law and protect public health. Toxic Free Philly is working to right this, but you can help.
THE FUTURE IS ORGANIC.
“Communities of color, particularly young children, that rely on public spaces for their recreation are disproportionately affected by the use of this toxic chemical and pesticides more broadly. There needs to be a sense of urgency in realizing that by not supporting this bill, our policy makers are putting our children at risk of being exposed to harmful chemicals.”
-Bertha Lewis, Founder and Executive Director, The Black Institute
-Bertha Lewis, Founder and Executive Director, The Black Institute