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Archive Home > 2009 > March > 31 > Bill would ban dishwasher soap that contributes to algae blooms

Bill would ban dishwasher soap that contributes to algae blooms

By Ryan Kost / The Bulletin
March 31, 2009

SALEM — The Senate voted Monday to ban dishwasher detergents with high amounts of phosphorous, bringing Oregon in line with a dozen other states, including Washington.

Phosphorous has long been regulated in cleaning agents such as laundry detergent, but until now dishwasher soaps have....

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