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.

Past Issues (Join or Login to Continue)

January 24, 2022

New federal funding streams top agenda for AMWA’s policy conference.

Water Financing Expert Deirdre Finn joins lineup to provide utilities with tips.

EPA announces new WIFIA loans

$688 million in loans awarded to three projects.

Climate alliance releases water utility greenhouse gas mitigation case studies

The profiles feature a variety of project types.

Water utility positions available on AMWA job board

Prospective candidates can search for available opportunities.

January 17, 2022

Final Treasury rule expands eligible uses of Covid funds for water projects

Department partially responds to AMWA request to broaden aid for infrastructure projects, water utility workers.

AMWA urges action on new water workforce program

Water associations say utilities need to be eligible for EPA workforce grants.

ASDWA to host 2022 Lead Service Line Inventory Symposium

Virtual sessions will be held every Wednesday in February.

AMWA welcomes new Regularly and Scientific Affairs Manager

New staff member brings Hill experience.

Russian cyber threat and utility best practices webinar recording available

Webinar was co-hosted by WaterISAC and EPA.

New utility leadership position posted on AMWA job board

Water sector opportunities are available.

January 10, 2022

Registration opens for AMWA’s March policy conference

Astute political analyst Anna Palmer to provide 2022 political outlook.

EPA Administrator pledges transparency in reporting metrics, federal funding for environmental justice

Comments made in Regan’s remarks to NEJAC.

AMWA engages Biden Administration on new Buy America rules

Water sector groups urge EPA to waive domestic content requirements for manufactured goods used in water infrastructure projects.

AMWA weighs in on SAB CCL 5 review

Letter highlights past recommendations to EPA on developing CCL 5.

SAB deliberates EPA framework for developing regulation on PFOA, PFOS

Recommendations from SAB are expected in the coming months.

Water CEOs to discuss top of mind utility issues at January 27 meeting

AMWA staff will also highlight the benefits of association membership during the discussion.

Job seekers can search the AMWA job board for new opportunities

Utilities can post open water sector positions and find potential candidates.

January 3, 2022

AMWA urges thoughtful M/DBP workgroup process in comments to EPA

Letter addresses several topics discussed in agency's recent stakeholder engagements.

EPA finalizes UCMR 5, with 29 PFAS and lithium to be monitored

Public stakeholder meetings about final rule scheduled for March 16 and 17, 2022.

WaterISAC-EPA webinar to highlight Russian threat and cyber best practices

Webinar set for January 5, 2022.

New year, new employment utility opportunities listed on AMWA job board

Job seekers and employers can connect on the site.

December 20, 2021

Biden administration allows LCR revisions to take effect but plans further action to mandate LSL replacement

New rules eyed by 2024 could also include updates to tap sampling protocols.

Department of Energy withdraws Trump-era showerhead rule

Final rule clarifies 2.5 gpm limit applies to multiple nozzle showerheads.

EPA seeks nominations for Environmental Financial Advisory Board

Nominations are due January 18, 2022.

Moving on

A message from Diane VanDe Hei as she announces her departure.

Water sector positions listed on AMWA job board

Job seekers can find new employment.

AMWA wishes everyone a joyous season

Monday Morning Briefing will return on January 3, 2022.

December 13, 2021

Water sector leaders join AMWA and NACWA for resilience forum today

Local leaders open the conference with a powerful session on climate adaptability.

Water sector associations oppose EPA plans to include cyber audits in sanitary surveys

State primacy agencies oppose plans, too.

Lawmakers drop cyber reporting requirements, PFAS standards from defense bill

Democratic supporters of reporting requirements call outcome “beyond disappointing.”

Biden executive order sets goal of net-zero federal emissions by 2050

New order directs the federal government to minimize emissions impacts across operational areas.

FEMA releases climate resilience compendium

New resource collates ways FEMA can support local resilience efforts.

AMWA is recruiting for a Security and Resilience Policy Analyst

Qualified candidates should apply by January 7, 2022.

New water utility positions added to AMWA job board

Companies and candidates can connect on the employment hub.

December 6, 2021

Save the dates of March 7-9 for AMWA’s Water Policy Conference

Federal legislative priorities, midterm election outlook to top agenda.

NDWAC sends recommendations for CCR revisions to EPA

Report includes non-consensus recommendations for biannual delivery.

EPA outlines priorities, state allocations for infrastructure funds

Nearly $7.5 billion for water and wastewater infrastructure to begin flowing to states and tribes.

Application period closes December 15 for 2022 water leadership program

Spaces are still available for the residential training session.

AMWA weighs in on proposed NEPA revisions

Association supports timely assessments, notes local and federal agencies’ mutual interest in community resilience.

AMWA backs new smart water tech legislation

Bipartisan bill would authorize pair of new programs to support adoption of emerging technologies in water delivery.

Proposed Endangered Species Act changes garner AMWA responses

Association comments emphasize effects of regulatory clarity on hazard mitigation, financial planning.

Lawmakers extend government funding into February

Continuing resolution averts government shutdown.

AMWA job board highlights new utility opportunities

Prospective candidates can find water sector employment.

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