State Senator Bill Dodd Introduces California WaterFix Oversight Bill
Delta’s environment, the local economy and drinking water quality,” said Senator Dodd, co-chair of the Legislative Delta Caucus. “This bill
Key issues take center stage at Palm Beach County legislative delegation
of the Florida legislative session in March. Advertisement They covered an array of topics, including school safety, water quality and the
Naples Daily News – January 14, 2019
Naples City Council pushes forward with septic tank removal program
implementation plan giving priority to areas where water quality is especially vulnerable. The Legislature passed a law in 2010 requiring
The Sun NewsPapers – January 30, 2019
Summit in Punta Gorda explores toxic algae solutions
as a hostage,” he said. Both legislators identified homeowner septic tanks as a prime target for water quality improvements. “We put a big
Unsafe levels of arsenic detected in prison drinking water
Unsafe levels of arsenic detected in prison drinking water
Military Times – January 6, 2019
Some fear groundwater near Georgia military bases is toxic
last year. DoD: At least 126 bases report water contaminants linked to cancer, birth defects The water at
WATER QUALITY A TOP ISSUE IN IOWA LEGISLATURE
not be accurate. legislative session… and as lawmakers get back to work… water quality
Louisiana Rural Water Task Force Identifies Distressed Water Systems
water quality reform The Louisiana Rural Water Infrastructure Committee (RWIC) has begun petitioning the state Legislature
Eye on Augusta: Maine Legislature Kicks Off Session with 2,000 Bills
legislation to renominate Penobscot Bay for the Environmental Protection Agency’s National Estuary Program, which helps “protect and restore the water quality
Hucker Bill Attacks Lead in Water at Schools
Hucker Bill Attacks Lead in Water at Schools
Bipartisan lawmakers: Congress will act on PFAS rules if EPA won’t
refusal to meet the State of Michigan’s water quality standards only serves to reinforce my sense that Congress must move swiftly to direct
WILX News 10 – January 18, 2019
Flint’s registry for those exposed to lead contaminated water is open
Flint’s registry for those exposed to lead contaminated water is open
MLive.com – January 4, 2019
Lead lingers in Parchment after drinking water emergency
Lead lingers in Parchment after drinking water emergency
Lower limit for arsenic in drinking water recommended
Lower limit for arsenic in drinking water recommended
If you’re eligible, call for free lead-water test | Jersey Journal editorial
If you’re eligible, call for free lead-water test | Jersey Journal editorial
ABC7 Eyewitness News – January 16, 2019
LIVE: Elevated lead levels found in water in 2 NJ counties
LIVE: Elevated lead levels found in water in 2 NJ counties
Burlington County Times – January 7, 2019
Bordentown again exceeds EPA lead standards for tap water
Bordentown again exceeds EPA lead standards for tap water
GOP lawmakers seek new limits on drinking water contaminants
GOP lawmakers seek new limits on drinking water contaminants
LongIsland.com – January 4, 2019
Thiele/LaValle Bills Enhancing Water Quality Protection Signed By The Governor
In 2017, the State Legislature approved a $2.5 Billion Water Quality Infrastructure Bond Act to improve water quality across New York State.
New law encourages schools to test for lead in drinking water
New law encourages schools to test for lead in drinking water
E&E News – February 4, 2019
DRINKING WATER: Pittsburgh authority charged criminally over lead
DRINKING WATER: Pittsburgh authority charged criminally over lead
Trib Live – January 6, 2019
Springdale Township could face state fines for not properly testing water, failing to document
Springdale Township could face state fines for not properly testing water, failing to document
PA Environment Daily – January 4, 2019
Pittsburgh Water Authority Replaced 2,048 Lead Water Service Lines In 2018, Surpassing DEP Goal
Pittsburgh Water Authority Replaced 2,048 Lead Water Service Lines In 2018, Surpassing DEP Goal
New Tennessee state law to require schools to test lead levels in water
New Tennessee state law to require schools to test lead levels in water
Bill 1860: protect kids from lead in school drinking water
Bill 1860: protect kids from lead in school drinking water
Months after introduction, DEP says it’s still reviewing water quality standards
rules on water quality standards, responded to public comments and presented their findings about those standards to the Legislature, it’s
Evers Promises Clean Drinking Water; What Now?
policies that Evers proposes. Legislative Republicans who could block his efforts have appointed their own water quality task force and
Fox6now.com – January 17, 2019
Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide public water disputes
where the department had determined new wells would put drinking water at risk and exacerbate a problem of lakes and streams drying up.
swnews4u – January 16, 2019
Statewide groundwater quality to be task force’s focus
statement: “It’s important the legislature is taking steps to address the serious drinking water quality issues Wisconsin citizens face.
La Crosse Tribune – January 16, 2019
Top court asked to decide far-reaching cases on farming impact on state waters
to be decided is whether the Legislature and governor have enacted laws empowering the DNR to order monitoring of water quality or limits on
La Crosse Tribune – January 3, 2019
Task force promised by GOP leader after study finds 42% drinking water tainted
participate. “It’s important the Legislature is taking steps to address the serious drinking water quality issues Wisconsin citizens face,”
Negotiators running out of time to get deal to prevent shutdown
for bipartisan meeting Senators call on EPA to restrict key drinking water contaminants GOP senators say vote for McConnell amendment shows
State of the Union guests include drinking water advocates
spotlight on residents affected by toxic PFOA. Hickey tested for water contaminants after his father died of cancer and found high levels of
PHCP Pros – February 1, 2019
WQA Announces 2019 DC Fly-In Dates
the recipients of its Water Quality Association Champion Awards, given to lawmakers for their support of water legislation. Registration is
Law.com – January 30, 2019
Environmental Groups Sue EPA Over Delays in Testing Nation’s Drinking Water Supply
Environmental Groups Sue EPA Over Delays in Testing Nation’s Drinking Water Supply
Politico – January 28, 2019
Exclusive: Trump EPA won’t limit 2 toxic chemicals in drinking water
January – but he refused to promise that it would set a drinking water standard for the chemical. “I cannot make that commitment,” Wheeler
Water Online – January 17, 2019
Millions Of Americans Exposed To Elevated Nitrate Levels In Drinking Water
Millions Of Americans Exposed To Elevated Nitrate Levels In Drinking Water
American Journal of Transportation – January 15, 2019
President signs bipartisan Clean Water Infrastructure Bill into law
waste water treatment plants, nor to the pipes and pumps that deliver water throughout their service area. With this bipartisan legislation
National Conference of State Legislatures – January 11, 2019
Toxins On Tap
health goal of 140 ppt. The legislature convened a select com¬mittee to study the river’s water quality. Lawmakers ultimately allocated $2.
Water Quality Products Magazine – January 10, 2019
WQA Announces Keynote for 2019 Convention & Exposition
Opinion Study, a look at trending legislative topics, and updates on the latest research in water quality. The exposition on April 24 and 25