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Senate rejects bill to end community water fluoridation after extended debate
Summary
Senators debated SB 10‑19, which would have restricted community water fluoridation. Proponents said fluoridation is toxic and lacks informed consent; opponents pointed to decades of public‑health research and urged local control. The bill failed on the floor.
The Arizona Senate considered SB 10‑19 on March 19, a measure amending statutes related to potable water systems that critics said would curtail community water fluoridation. After extended floor debate and explanations of vote, the bill failed on a recorded tally of 14 ayes, 11 nays and 5 not voting.
Senator Kubey argued against the…
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