WASHINGTON D.C.- Congressman Pat Ryan (D, NY-18) is calling on Congress to hold hearings to examine the potential risks posed by the network of lead-sheathed telecom cables across the country. According to Ryan, Verizon, AT&T, and US Telecom have thus far avoided answering key questions, including lead cables’ location and remediation plans.
“This week, Verizon and AT&T reported billions in profits, yet when it comes to answering questions about toxic lead cables, they’re silent. If they won’t be honest with the American people and take accountability, we will compel them to,” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “In particular, it’s outrageous that these companies denied the public health impacts of their negligence, which flies in the face of overwhelming scientific evidence that even trace amounts of lead can pose serious health risks for children. I’ll keep fighting until the last lead cable is safely removed.”
