French Parliament set to adopt law recognizing state responsibility in chlordécone scandal in the Antilles
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Le Parisien avec AFP
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Summary
The French Parliament is set to adopt a bill recognizing the state's "share of responsibility" in the chlordécone (chlordecone) scandal in the French Antilles. The pesticide was used for decades in banana plantations despite known health risks, contaminating soil and water. The bill, proposed by deputy Élie Califer from Guadeloupe, provides for decontamination of polluted lands and compensation for victims. Its scope was reduced during Senate review, but the deputy hopes for final adoption without further modifications.
Key quotes
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Le texte prévoit notamment la dépollution des terres contaminées au chlordécone aux Antilles, et l'indemnisation des victimes.
Interrogé par l'AFP, le député confirme souhaiter une adoption dans les mêmes termes qu'au Sénat
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