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Official Statement on the “Polluted Water Rule”, EPA's Proposed Revision to the Definition of “Waters of the United States”
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is once again advancing a proposal to undermine the Clean Water Act. The agency’s new proposal, which clean water advocates are calling the “Polluted Water Rule,” would strip protections from most wetlands and seasonal streams across the country.
Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund Announce CEO Transition Effective December 31
Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund announced a planned leadership transition where Jeff Carter, President and CEO, will step down from his role effective at the end of the year.
Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund Announce a Leadership Transition
On November 7, Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund announced a planned leadership transition as President and CEO Jeff Carter concludes his tenure at the end of the year.
Background: Federal Regulation of Lead in Drinking Water
For our introduction to lead and drinking water, click here.
The Federal Government regulates lead in drinking water, primarily through the Lead and Copper Rule.
Lead and Copper Rule
Adopted as part of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) in 1991 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR)'s purpose is to protect public health by minimizing lead and copper exposure at the tap.
The LCR requires water systems to monitor the drinking water they provide and control for corrosion. Because lead can get into drinking water at various points throughout the system, as