Monday Morning Briefing

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Our Monday Morning Briefing offers weekly coverage of all the latest water policy news. The latest issue of MMB is available for everyone to read but you must be a member to see the archives.

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February 24, 2020

EPA resolves to regulate both PFOA and PFOS

Proposed regulatory determination begins process that could lead to MCLs.

EPA seeks applicants for $40 million in lead remediation grants

Agency offers first funding through AMWA-backed program to aid lead service line replacement.

AMWA tells Congress to include water resilience in climate policy

Association responds to committee’s draft legislation.

Water sector groups to convene coronavirus webinar February 25

Experts will discuss virus transmission, potential water sector impacts.

AMWA/NACWA webinar: Building Disaster Resilience

This week in Congress

Administrator Wheeler to appear before House panel.

February 17, 2020

AMWA submits extensive comments to EPA on proposed Lead and Copper Rule revisions

Association praises EPA’s work in developing the rule but identifies numerous shortcomings.

Lead and Copper revisions draw scrutiny of congressional panel

AMWA delivers testimony at subcommittee hearing.

Trump budget plan would slash EPA, water infrastructure funding

Congress unlikely to go along with steep spending cuts.

Abstracts Due Tuesday for 2020 WateReuse Symposium

February 18 is the deadline for submitting proposals for September program.

AMWA/NACWA webinar: Building Disaster Resilience

Congress takes week-long break for Presidents’ Day

AMWA observes federal holiday Monday.

February 10, 2020

Lead and Copper Rule takes center stage with congressional hearing, comment deadline

AMWA to deliver Capitol Hill testimony based upon LCR comments.

AMWA requests EPA include PFAS on the Toxics Release Inventory

Association suggests adding to TRI all PFAS which are currently, or will be, on the UCMR.

EPA releases 2019 Year in Review along with first annual WIFIA report

Agency cites deregulatory actions, water infrastructure loans, and PFAS among top accomplishments.

EPA offers second water workforce webinar for utilities

El Paso Water learning center featured in February 18 session.

Presidential candidates Klobuchar and Buttigieg to participate in infrastructure forum

Value of Water Campaign is among hosts of February 16 event in Las Vegas.

This week in Congress

Senate returns to work after impeachment trial.

February 3, 2020

House Democrats include drinking water funding in infrastructure, climate proposals

Legislative trial balloons would authorize billions for DWSRF, PFAS programs.

AMWA reminds Congress of importance of tax-exempt bonds

Association submits statement for committee hearing on infrastructure financing.

AMWA asks for 30-day extension on NEPA comment period

AMWA is engaging both Regulatory and Sustainability committees to draft comments by the March 10 deadline.

This week in Congress

Senate to conclude impeachment trial as House votes on union rights, Puerto Rico spending bills.

January 27, 2020

Army Corps of Engineers and EPA reveal final Waters of the U.S. rule

New WOTUS definition will go into effect 60 days after publication in the Federal Register.

Environmental Working Group report on PFAS contamination gains media attention

EWG study tested for 30 different PFAS in tap water from 31 states and the District of Columbia.

EPA adds 160 PFAS to the Toxics Release Inventory

Action fulfills requirement under the National Defense Authorization Act.

DHS CISA revisits Emotet malware threat

Statement follows resurgence of targeted attacks.

Join an AMWA committee to support water sector initiatives

Participation offers opportunities to contribute expertise, share insights with peers.

AMWA/NACWA webinar: Building Disaster Resilience

This week in Congress

House returns to Washington as impeachment trial continues in Senate.

January 20, 2020

DHS CISA urges facilities with chemicals to consider enhanced security measures during heightened geopolitical tensions with Iran

Iran has targeted a variety of industries and organizations in the past.

Webinar: Section 2018 of America’s Water Infrastructure Act

AWIA requires spill notification and chemical data availability to water systems.

This week in Congress

Senate undertakes impeachment trial.

AMWA office closed Monday for MLK Day

Association observes federal holiday.

January 13, 2020

AMWA objects as House approves PFAS legislation

No Senate action imminent on Democratic-backed bill.

CEQ unveils proposal to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act

Proposed rule marks first comprehensive update to NEPA regulations in more than four decades.

Federal agencies maintain spotlight on Iranian threats

DHS, FBI release new resources.

House climate plan seeks carbon neutrality by 2050

Committee pledges to incorporate adaptation and resilience policy in future iterations.

White House sends nominees for NOAA, Interior posts to Senate

Renominations required as Senate did not vote on them in 2019.

New 21st Century podcast series focuses on “Creating a Circular Economy”

January session highlights NYC DEP.

This week in Congress

Impeachment trial could begin in the Senate.

January 6, 2020

House to kick off 2020 with vote on PFAS legislation

Approval expected on CERCLA, SDWA changes.

2020 federal agenda holds hazy timelines for major regulatory actions on water

WOTUS set to be finalized soon, endpoint for LCR revisions still unclear.

DHS re-ups bulletin on Iranian cyber activity

Operators urged to pay particular attention to ICS cybersecurity.

January webinar to review SRF American iron and steel requirements

Refresher session will focus on implementation, coverage, and waivers.

This week in Congress

House to vote on PFAS bill as Senate impeachment trial remains on hold.

December 23, 2019

Water programs decline slightly as EPA enjoys FY20 funding boost

Appropriations agreement leaves SRFs and WIFIA funding near all-time highs.

PFAS mandate kept out of appropriations bill

Lawmakers cannot reach deal to require regulation of PFOA and PFOS.

EPA grants 30-day extension for LCR comments in response to stakeholder requests

Public now has until February 12 to provide input.

Defense policy bill with modest PFAS provisions goes to president

Senate follows House in overwhelmingly approving measure.

AMWA-inspired resilience program receives first funding

Congress provides $3 million for drinking water resilience projects as AMWA works to expand program.

AMWA weighs in on draft National Water Reuse Action Plan

Association expresses commitment to play a role in national conversation.

EPA releases new analytical method for detecting PFAS

29 PFAS can now be measured in water, including 11 not previously achievable.

Save the dates of March 30 to April 2 for AMWA’s 2020 Water Policy Conference

New meeting schedule runs from Monday through Thursday this year.

AMWA holiday schedule

Monday Morning Briefing will return in new year.

December 16, 2019

PFAS provisions limited in defense bill, but could find a home in spending measure

Lawmakers negotiating last-minute deal to alter SDWA, health advisory rules.

President wants to flush water efficiency standards

Mandatory toilet standards were codified in 1992.

AMWA and NACWA release latest resilience webinar materials

Speakers highlighted emerging changes in bond rating criteria, opportunities to apply data models.

EPA offers access to water workforce presentations

Online collection includes details on many successful utility programs.

New podcast series focuses on issues facing America’s water systems

Initial session looks at creating a high-performance regional utility.

This week in Congress

Lawmakers prepare to end 2019 with votes on impeachment, appropriations, and PFAS.

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