Delaware's congressional delegation is asking the secretary of the Air Force to visit Dover Air Force Base to address concerns about elevated levels of chemical contaminants in wells near the military installation.
Republicans joined Democrats in passing a bill that would increase restrictions and force cleanup of chemicals found in firefighting foams and nonstick cookware.
A defense spending bill that's close to clearing Congress is getting praise from members of New Mexico's congressional delegation, who say it includes some relief for communities affected by contamination at Air Force bases in the state and elsewhere around the country.
The Navy is trying to hold off a lawsuit brought by civilians who live near two of its bases, alleging that their drinking water is contaminated with cancer-causing chemicals.