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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September 27, 2021

Congress faces deadlines on funding extension, debt ceiling, and infrastructure package

House set for vote this week on $550 billion infrastructure bill.

House adds PFAS, cyber provisions to defense policy bill

AMWA reiterates opposition to mandates to expedite drinking water regulations.

DHS releases preliminary cross-sector control systems security goals

Voluntary cybersecurity framework will be finalized by July 2022.

Recording of last week’s webinar provides strategies to mitigate construction disruptions

A diverse panel shared best practices on partnering to complete capital projects.

Last chance: Water utility leaders can still attend AMWA’s fall conference

Attendees will hear from sector experts and network with colleagues.

New water utility positions listed on AMWA job board

General manager and other executive opportunities are available.

September 20, 2021

AMWA provides support for EPA’s Fifth Candidate Contaminant List

Association asks EPA for materials to better educate the public on CCL process.

Assistant Administrator Radhika Fox to headline AMWA’s executive management conference

Attendees should reserve hotel reservations today to receive the best rates.

House Democrats advance reconciliation bills with tax reforms, water funding

Timing for final vote on $3.5 trillion package remains in question.

Federal outreach to utilities expected as part of White House ICS security push

AMWA seeks information from any utilities contacted.

AMWA seeks clarity on tax status of utility ratepayer aid

Association joins letter to Treasury as department implements Covid relief programs.

New utility executive positions posted to AMWA job board

Employment seekers can search for these and other opportunities.

September 13, 2021

Conference hotel special pricing deadline extended to September 20

There’s still time to register for AMWA’s fall conference.

House panel eyes another $30 billion for lead service line replacement

Committee’s ambitious Reconciliation proposal likely to be scaled back in negotiations with the Senate.

December forum to provide battle-tested resilience strategies

Registration is now open for the Miami event.

WaterISAC webinar series zeroes in on cybersecurity fundamentals

Topics will include cybersecurity governance and vulnerability management.

New utility CEO opening posted to AMWA job board

More water sector positions are listed online.

September 6, 2021

Florida utilities facing liquid oxygen shortages

AMWA solicits information on supply chain disruptions.

Register for AMWA’s September 23 webinar on COVID-related construction delays

Speakers will also explore cost escalations during the timely event.

House bill would mandate cyber incident reporting to DHS

Draft bipartisan legislation would apply across critical infrastructure sectors.

New EPA survey results capture extent of pandemic impacts on water sector

Rare security-focused EPA study takes deep dive into supply chain, human, financial impacts.

WOTUS battle continues as judge vacates Trump-era rule

Implications of court ruling nationwide unclear.

Water sector opportunities listed on AMWA job board

Prospective employees can search for available positions.

August 30, 2021

Members urged to vote today for AMWA board of directors nominees

Minimum number of votes needed.

AMWA’s fall conference offers robust agenda

Executives will hear about innovative solutions to key management issues.

House of Representatives tees up consideration of infrastructure package

Chamber to vote on bill with $48.4 billion for water by the end of September.

Utilities and others submitted 50 new WIFIA, SWIFIA funding requests to EPA

Infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity, and climate resiliency are among proposed projects.

AMWA job board provides an array of job openings

Employment seekers can search for available water positions.

August 23, 2021

Pandemic-related construction costs and delays subject of upcoming AMWA webinar

AMWA’s fall conference sets an agenda for utility executives

CEOs will highlight wide-ranging management strategies.

Union of Concerned Scientists stress dangers of extreme heat on outdoor workers

Major impacts expected midcentury due to more frequent 100°F heat index days.

First-ever water shortage declaration for Colorado River triggers water cuts

Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico to reduce consumption.

UNC publishes compilation of pandemic-related financial relief programs

ARPA funds can be used for cybersecurity.

U.S. Water Alliance’s August 26 webinar to address workforce issues

New utility openings posted to AMWA job board

Water sector employment listings are available online.

August 16, 2021

Massive bill passes as Senate moves infrastructure priorities forward

$1.2 trillion bill heads to House alongside budget reconciliation resolution.

Top-of-mind workforce topics will take center stage at AMWA’s fall conference

Water CEOs will discuss existing and emerging utility issues.

New climate change report warns of effects on extreme events

Working group notes the global prevalence of climate impacts.

December forum will explore all aspects of utility resilience

Climate, emergency preparedness plenary will kick off the Miami event.

CEOs will convene on utility priorities at AMWA member roundtable

Association will also highlight member benefits during the September 2 discussion.

AMWA job board lists recent water sector openings

Find a variety of utility positions online.

August 9, 2021

Massive bill with $48.4 billion in drinking water and wastewater funding moves toward passage

Senators work into the weekend on infrastructure package.

Western water funds, cyber grants, and new Buy America rules all tucked into infrastructure bill

Landmark legislation carries a range of new policies alongside drinking water provisions.

AMWA cautions against weakening ability of states to protect their waters under CWA

Association supports streamlining regulatory procedures under Section 401 but prioritizes source water protection.

Pair of webinars this week to explore new water ratepayer assistance program

HHS prepares to dole out $1.1 billion in low-income aid.

Recent utility openings listed on AMWA job board

Leadership and other opportunities in the water sector are available.

August 2, 2021

AMWA offers improvements to LCR revisions in most recent comments to EPA

Association continues push for an achievable, practical, and enforceable Lead and Copper Rule.

Water funding comes into focus as Senate moves forward with infrastructure package

$23.4 billion for SRFs, $15 billion for lead service line replacement among new spending expected in bill.

National Security Memorandum promises cybersecurity goals for critical infrastructure

DHS secretary to finalize voluntary sector-specific guidelines within a year.

FY22 funding boost for EPA clears House hurdle

Lawmakers advance record $11.34 billion spending plan for agency.

DOE announces intent to reinstate 2013 showerhead rule

Revision would undo AMWA-opposed 2020 changes.

EPA announces plan to strengthen wastewater pollution discharge from power plants

Action will modify 2015 Steam Electric Effluent Limitation Guidelines rule for a second time.

AMWA encourages utilities to sign up for Imagine a Day Without Water

Plan to participate in the annual event on October 21.