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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May 7, 2018

AMWA Prods Congress to Reinstate Advance Refunded Bonds

Signs letter in support of legislation to bring back cost-saving option.

EPA Solicits Nominations to Fill Nine Vacancies for Appointment to NDWAC

Agency is accepting nominations until May 31; members will serve two- or three-year terms.

EPA Seeks to Fill Vacancies on the Environmental Laboratory Advisory Board

Agency is accepting nominations until June 1 to fill multiple positions.

Webinar Set on LCR Site Selection for Tap Water Monitoring

EPA program to discuss materials evaluation and steps to ensure robust sampling pools.

It’s Not Too Late to Join National Infrastructure Week

Week of advocacy events planned across the country for May 14-21.

This Week In Congress

Senate panel to unveil next WRDA bill.

April 30, 2018

Pruitt Hopes to Prioritize WIFIA Funds for LSL Replacements

Tells congressional panels that up to $4 billion per year could be made available for lead removal efforts.

Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Water System Resiliency Bill

AMWA helped draft measure to increase sustainability of local water utilities.

EPA Unveils Proposal to End the “Era of Secret Science”

Administrator Pruitt signs proposed rule to strengthen the science used in agency regulations.

Democrats Propose Billions in Water Infrastructure Grants

New trust fund, direct grant proposals unlikely to advance this year.

Wednesday Webinar Set on Protecting Networks with Cyber Threat Intelligence

Session features uses of Perch Community Defense Platform.

Source Water Collaborative to Host Webinar on Connection Between Forests and Drinking Water

May 9 program to cover U.S. Forest Service “Forests to Faucets” analysis.

This Week In Congress

Congress on recess until May 7.

April 23, 2018

House Panel Advances Farm Bill Reauthorization

GOP measure would boost source water protection efforts.

Democratic Senators Call for Federal Action on PFAS

Senators urge EPA to develop MCL, cite problems with health advisories.

Lead Service Line Replacement Collaborative to Hold First Webinar April 25

Initial webinar in new series will give an overview of the collaborative’s online toolkit.

NIST Releases Updated Cybersecurity Framework

Revised framework includes clarifications and new section on self-assessment.

Interest Rate Outlook Is Highlight of May 2 Webinar

Noted monetary economist will also offer update on key economic elements in rate decisions.

This Week In Congress

EPA Administrator Pruitt to testify on FY19 budget request.

April 16, 2018

NDWAC Submits Recommendations on Health Advisories to EPA

Council supports strengthened transparency and communication, cautions agency to consider “real world” impact.

Senate Confirms EPA Deputy Administrator, USGS Director

Andrew Wheeler and James Reilly are latest nominees approved for key administration positions.

AMWA Letter Recommends Increased Coordination and Communication for USACE Section 408 Approvals

Comments submitted on new Army Corps policy for reviewing project alteration requests.

Perchlorate Concerns Highlighted in AMWA Letter to EPA

Association cites previous comments on modeling approaches for deriving an MCLG.

White House Announces Signatories to Environmental Review MOU

Signatories agree to implement president’s proposed streamlining process for environmental impact statements.

This Week In Congress

GOP marks tax day with IRS oversight votes.

April 9, 2018

EPA Seeking Applicants for Next Round of WIFIA Loans

$5.5 billion in funding available for large water and wastewater projects.

14 Named Storms Predicted for 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Extended range forecast calls for “slightly above average” activity.

Lead Service Line Replacement Collaborative Launches New Webinar Series

Series starting April 25 will cover LSLR program implementation.

DHS Releases Guide on Countering False Social Media Information During Emergencies

Document outlines ways to counter inaccurate information during an incident.

This Week In Congress

Lawmakers back from a two-week break.

April 2, 2018

EPA Estimates $473 Billion Needed for Water Infrastructure in New Report

Estimate covers needs that are eligible for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund.

Plans for National Leadership Summit on PFAS Reported by EPA

Agency will host 56 state and territorial governors in Washington, D.C., May 22-23.

EPA Administrator Announces Plans to End Agency’s Use of “Secret Science”

Pruitt says EPA will no longer rely on non-public scientific data in rule-makings.

Webinars Scheduled on Utility of the Future Recognition Program

April sessions cover how to apply for 2018 recognition.

Communications Webinars Prepare for Infrastructure Week

Guidance, resources available at sessions on April 3 and 12.

This Week In Congress

Lawmakers in second week of spring break.

March 26, 2018

Congress Approves Funding Bill With Big Increase for Water Infrastructure

FY18 appropriations bill scales up SRF, WIFIA funding.

Omnibus Provides $10 Million for Lead Service Line Replacement Grants

Congress authorized program for communities and low-income households in 2016.

Reclamation, Army Corps Enjoy Funding Boost in Omnibus

Infrastructure funding increased across the board in final bill.

EPA Officials Discuss Regulatory Updates at AMWA Water Policy Conference

WOTUS likely delayed to summer; perchlorate on a tight schedule to meet deadlines.

AMWA Paper Sets Stage for Examining Alternative Project Delivery, P3s

Advantages and challenges of moving from design-bid-build are presented.

Supreme Court Will Not Take Up Flint Civil Rights Case

Decision means lower court ruling stands; plaintiffs' lawsuits can move ahead.

FEMA Seeks Water Sector Participants for Emergency Preparedness Exercise

Agency requests interested parties sign up ASAP for national, multi-sector exercise.

DHS Releases Framework on Disaster Area Re-Entry and Credentialing

Framework describes interdependences, need for coordination between local emergency managers and water utilities.

This Week In Congress

Lawmakers begin two-week break.

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