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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March 29, 2021

Water infrastructure bill marches forward with unanimous support of Senate committee

Affordability, resilience programs among AMWA priorities included in legislation.

AMWA calls for collaboration in letter to EPA Administrator Regan, emphasizing issues of mutual concern

Association writes on topics of climate change, emerging contaminants, equity, affordability, and cybersecurity.

New WaterISAC threat briefing recording offers insights into Oldsmar incident and secure use of remote access tools

Experts from cybersecurity firm Dragos described technical details and remediation strategies.

EPA announces seven stakeholder meetings for potential revisions to M/DPBs Rules

All meetings to be held virtually; first stakeholder meeting scheduled for May 20.

AMWA job board highlights water sector listings

New opportunities posted weekly.

March 22, 2021

AMWA states priorities as Congress turns attention to water infrastructure

Association sends letters to Capitol Hill as Senate plans to debut legislation this week.

New 3Ts factsheets promote drinking water quality after extended school and child care closures

EPA documents provide guidance for safe reopening.

CISA bulletin highlights vaccine hesitancy in infrastructure sectors

Agency offers strategies to promote vaccination among employees.

EPA revives climate page

Agency declares “facts are back” with site’s return.

Senate confirms Congresswoman Deb Haaland as Secretary of the Interior

Haaland sworn in as first-ever Native American cabinet secretary.

Congressional leaders, EPA officials share policy agenda at AMWA’s conference

Infrastructure, affordability among top water priorities discussed at the March 16-17 event.

Suffolk County Water Authority debuts drinking water podcast

Communications channel informs audience of the water supply.

AMWA job board showcases new utility jobs

Search for executive positions and other water roles.

March 15, 2021

Water ratepayer, local assistance signed into law as part of colossal COVID-19 response package

Communities will start to receive funds from $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act within 60 days.

EPA pushes back effective date of final Lead and Copper Rule revisions by three months

Agency taking comment on whether to delay further to allow for more stakeholder engagement.

Michael Regan confirmed as 16th EPA administrator

Administrator vows agency will confront climate change, stand up for justice and equity.

Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule hits Federal Register, opening 60-day comment period

EPA to host two identical webinars to discuss proposal on April 6 and 7.

Senate panel to examine water infrastructure needs

Hearing could precede action on water infrastructure legislation.

House Democrats offer another big infrastructure bill

Private-side lead service line replacement, restricted PFAS funds again part of package.

Join AMWA’s 2021 virtual water policy conference this week

Water executives still have time to register for the March 16-17 event.

AMWA Annual Report highlights successes during a challenging year

2020 edition details COVID-19 response, programmatic achievements.

New water sector jobs posted to AMWA job board

Search for water utility jobs online.

March 8, 2021

Lead service line replacement funding, PFAS assistance, DWSRF reauthorization all included in massive climate change legislation

Package from House Democrats represents first step toward comprehensive climate bill.

Comprehensive climate proposal omits dedicated water system adaptation aid

Massive bill fails to reauthorize EPA grant program.

AMWA utility CEOs appointed to EPA’s drinking water advisory council

Agency adds two AMWA members, including association’s nominee.

Senate approves COVID-19 bill with key water provisions

Measure goes back to House for final passage this week.

Recording of 2020 INSIGHT webinar now available

Presentation highlights financial trends of water utilities.

New utility opportunities posted to AMWA job board

Search for recent water sector jobs online.

March 1, 2021

AMWA to host 2020 INSIGHT utility financial data webinar this Thursday

Access data and register to learn about key financial findings and trends from 2020 survey.

Join water utility executives for AMWA’s policy conference

Still time to register for the sector’s premier virtual event.

EPA re-commits to regulating PFOA and PFOS; testing for PFAS under fifth UCMR

After initial hold on ongoing regulatory actions, new administration moves forward with requirements under SDWA.

House approves American Rescue Plan with water customer assistance funds

Massive measure on track for Senate vote this week.

AMWA pushes EPA to remove underground injection as option for PFAS disposal under new guidance

Association flags public health concerns within interim guidance for the destruction or disposal.

Senators introduce advance refunding legislation

Proposal would allow communities to reissue bonds at lower interest rates.

EPA webinar to address collaboration strategies for building water workforce

Water utility, community college to share experience training for water careers.

AMWA job board lists utility positions

Search for water sector opportunities online.

February 22, 2021

Key policy makers to brief AMWA members on legislative and regulatory plans at virtual conference

House to vote on COVID package with customer assistance, utility payroll tax credit provisions

AMWA-backed provisions will build upon earlier COVID legislation.

AMWA joins campaign calling for infrastructure bill by July 4

Chamber of Commerce leads push for major infrastructure investment.

AMWA job board highlights water sector positions

New employment opportunities available.

February 15, 2021

AMWA to release 2020 INSIGHT results, announces webinar

March 4 webinar will highlight COVID-19 impacts and other trends from survey.

Water sector responds to reported utility intrusion

WaterISAC issued frequent updates and coordinated with federal partners.

AMWA seeks Negotiated Rulemaking for revisions to the Microbial and Disinfection Byproducts Rules

Coalition says collaborative process will advance public health protection.

House COVID package includes water ratepayer assistance, municipal revenue aid

Series of bills would deliver billions to states and communities.

Senate panel advances Regan’s nomination to lead EPA

Full Senate could vote to confirm following impeachment trial.

AMWA updates COVID-19 page

New resources emphasize masking practices, vaccinations.

Biden memo calls for review of scientific advisory committees

White House says it aims to restore public trust in government’s scientific integrity.

Utility jobs listed on AMWA job board

Search for water sector opportunities online.

AMWA office closed on Monday

Association observes federal holiday.

February 8, 2021

CDC to host COVID-19 vaccination webinar this Wednesday

National webinar promises sector-specific insights about vaccinations.

Members of Congress and EPA officials join water policy conference line-up

Speakers will deliver a policy-packed program.

Joint AMWA, NACWA initiative addresses water affordability

Members encouraged to participate in new campaign.

EPA nominee pledges to make PFAS a “top priority”

Michael Regan stops short of promising to regulate substances in drinking water.

Court throws out EPA’s transparency rule at agency’s request

Controversial rulemaking’s future unclear under new administration.

AMWA joins call for special district funding

Proposal would make state-chartered water districts directly eligible for Coronavirus Relief Fund.

EPA webinar examines decision-making method

Utilities will learn how to use EPA process to choose improvement projects.

AMWA’s job board features utility positions

Water sector jobs listed.

February 1, 2021

AMWA invites 2021 utility management awards applications

All eligible members are encouraged to apply.

House Democrats line up behind water service disconnection ban

Measure would condition low-income assistance on implementing shutoff moratorium.

AMWA, NACWA debut water affordability campaign today

Affordable Water, Resilient Communities initiative will highlight need for federal action.

AMWA board selects treasurer and secretary

Additions round out 2021 officers.

Biden issues sweeping executive order on climate change

New order represents comprehensive national action plan, includes roles for local governments.

DHS bulletin warns of possible ideologically driven violence

Bulletin also notes increase in threats to critical infrastructure in 2020.

Water policy outlook webinar recording available for viewing

Water sector event previewed upcoming agenda in Congress and the Biden administration.

Lawsuit seeks to spur EPA action on consumer confidence report rule

Environmental organization alleges agency has missed statutory deadline to finalize reforms.

AMWA’s job board highlights utility positions

New employment opportunities listed.

January 25, 2021

Registration opens for AMWA 2021 Virtual Water Policy Conference

Charlie Cook will kick off the event.

Radhika Fox appointed to EPA Office of Water

Former US Water Alliance CEO begins work as Acting Assistant Administrator.

EPA remains committed to regulating PFOA and PFOS under SDWA

Once published in the Federal Register, EPA has two years to propose drinking water regulations.

Twenty-nine PFAS, lithium included in EPA’s proposed Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule

Rule timeline is uncertain under the new administration.

Biden’s regulatory freeze puts LCR revisions on hold

New administration will review pending regulations, revisit others finalized under Trump.

Biden rejoins Paris Climate Agreement on behalf of the United States

Working group established to determine social costs of greenhouse gases.

White House Science Advisor to be elevated to cabinet position

Biden nominates Eric Lander to Office of Science and Technology Policy.

Employment opportunities posted on AMWA’s job board

Water utilities list new staff positions.

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