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.

Latest Issue (Free for Everyone)

September 26, 2022

AMWA-inspired lead service line financing bill introduced in Senate

The FLOW Act debuts with the support of seven senators.

AMWA outlines water preparedness priorities for congressional panel

Statement submitted to hearing record cites WaterISAC support, resilience program funding as top-tier needs.

EPA convenes third MDBP rule revisions working group meeting; fourth meeting set for November 3

Discussions centered around opportunistic pathogens and disinfectant byproducts.

AMWA unites with other water sector groups calling for expanded Build America, Buy America waivers

Letter urges EPA to go beyond individualized funding program waivers.

Remembering Steven Edgemon

Executive had a long career in the water sector.

AMWA provides feedback on policy guidance update for FEMA programs

Association emphasizes the importance of clarity in grant support.

White House charges National Climate Task Force with Inflation Reduction Act implementation

Executive order outlines energy and infrastructure provisions of the law.

Alexandria Renew seeks a chief executive officer

AMWA job board highlights several water sector leadership positions.

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September 19, 2022

Last call for AMWA board and award nominations by September 23

Member utilities should submit their recommendations to AMWA this week.

AMWA hosting webinar on utility financial survey this Thursday, September 22

Association urges members to attend event, complete form.

AMWA cheers as rail strike averted

Association had warned work stoppage would lead to public health consequences.

EPA National Water Reuse Action Plan to highlight REUSExplorer tool

Webinar on September 21 will cover water reuse regulations across the country.

CISA releases new cyber incident reporting rules, launches listening sessions

AMWA to engage with draft incident reporting regime that could affect water systems.

ICYMI: News for Utilities

AMWA brings information water leaders may have missed.

Durham Water Department advertises an assistant director position on AMWA job site

More sector opportunities are available on the employment board.

September 12, 2022

Early bird registration rates for the AMWA 2022 fall conference end this week

Join water sector leaders from October 30 - November 2.

AMWA lines up support for lead replacement financing legislation

Soon-to-be-introduced legislation would remove administrative barriers to financing projects with tax-exempt debt.

EPA finalizes Build America, Buy America waivers for projects funded by SRF and other water infrastructure programs

AMWA's recommendation to ease requirements is incorporated into EPA's finalized waiver.

White House releases climate adaptation portal, Gina McCarthy to leave

The portal includes interactive mapping to help users with location-specific information.

Open EMAC requests for water utility personnel to assist with Jackson, MS emergency

There are five open Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) requests for water utility personnel issued by the State of Mississippi.

California leads the way in testing for microplastics in drinking water sources

The State Water Resources Control Board approved a policy handbook for testing and reporting of microplastics in drinking water.

WaterISAC hosting virtual fall conference on physical and cyber security issues

New leadership positions available at WSSC Water, Houston Water

Job seekers can connect with various utilities throughout the country.

September 5, 2022

AMWA asks EPA to prioritize water infrastructure programs in FY24 budget request

Work will soon begin on FY24 budget though FY23 plan is still months from being finalized.

AMWA identifies gaps in PFAS research in comments to OSTP

Association advises on priorities for federal coordination of PFAS research.

EPA SAB releases final reports on PFAS regulation and CCL 5

Board offered several recommendations on topics to increase transparency and provide further clarifications.

Webinars from EPA, FEMA will focus on helping water utilities prepare for disasters

Federal government kicks off preparedness month with a series of free events.

EPA webinar will showcase utility-community workforce partnerships

Registration is open for September 21 event.

ICYMI: Water News for Utilities

AMWA lists information utility executives need to know.

New organizational leadership positions listed on AMWA job board

Candidates can search for employment opportunities in the water sector.

August 29, 2022

The clock is ticking to register at the best rates for the AMWA fall conference

Early bird registration ends September 16.

EPA proposes designating PFOA and PFOS as CERCLA hazardous substances

AMWA and others in the water sector have consistently called for an exemption.

Save-the-Date for the 2023 Water and Wastewater Leadership Center

Executive management program will be at UNC from March 12-23, 2023.

EPA finalizes cyber technical support plan for water systems

Congressionally mandated report avoids specifics in identifying water systems in need of cybersecurity aid.

EPA announces third meeting of MDBP rule revisions working group

Group members will meet September 20 to discuss the disinfectants and disinfection byproducts rules.

AMWA job board has executive-level utility listings

Employment seekers can find posted water sector positions on the site.

August 22, 2022

AMWA continues to voice support for expanded Build America, Buy America waivers

Association urged EPA to expand waivers for small projects and de minimis items.

Landmark climate bill includes funds for Western drought response

Bureau of Reclamation to receive billions for water conservation, use reduction.

FEMA announces funding opportunity for new resilient infrastructure and communities grant program.

Applications will be available from September 30 to January 27.

EPA announces proposed revisions to the Risk Management Program

Agency will hold virtual public hearings on September 26, 27, and 28.

EPA convenes second meeting of the MDBP rule revisions working group

Group is tasked with providing recommendations on potential revisions to the MDBP rule.

EPA approves seven alternative testing methods for contaminants in drinking water

New methods will help water utilities and laboratories determine compliance with federal standards.

Environmental disclosure webinar with CDP available to AMWA members and subscribers

Webinar covers the environmental disclosure opportunities for public drinking water utilities.

New executive-level utility openings listed on the AMWA job board

Prospective candidates can look for opportunities on the site.

August 15, 2022

The best time to register for AMWA’s fall conference is now

Early bird registration rates end in a month.

AMWA provides comments on new Corps WIFIA program to fund dam upgrades

Association encourages the distinction from EPA program to better support applicants.

AMWA to launch the 2022 INSIGHT financial survey in September

Members should begin to prepare for the eighth iteration of the valuable utility resource.

White House releases plan to address emerging contaminants in drinking water

New plan complements OSTP’s request for comment on data gaps in PFAS research.

TODAY: AMWA hosting webinar on greenhouse gas disclosure opportunities

CDP will discuss its programs available to AMWA members and subscribers.

Water utilities can list available positions on AMWA job board

Job seekers can search the site and sign up to receive employment alerts.

August 8, 2022

EPA releases lead service line inventory guidance for water utilities

Agency August 10 webinar will provide an overview of the guidance with explanation of funding opportunities.

CEQ requests feedback on Environmental Justice Scorecard

AMWA will work with members to provide comments on the scorecard.

EPA offering free climate change risk assessment assistance for utilities

Utility staff interested in this opportunity should contact the agency by September 9.

Imagine a Day Without Water set for October 20

AMWA encourages member involvement.

Water utilities can advertise positions on the AMWA job board

Potential applicants can connect with sector employers.

August 1, 2022

AMWA comments on EPA proposed CWA hazardous substance worst case discharge planning rule

Association voices support of source water protection; requests clarification on overlap with RMP.

AMWA-backed water efficiency bill wins House passage

Drought and wildfire response package includes grants to reduce water waste, new water data program.

Senate appropriators release spending bills for 2023, propose smaller EPA funding increase than House

Senate bill would provide slight boost to key EPA water infrastructure programs, jumpstart low-income assistance needs assessment.

EPA updates Bipartisan Infrastructure Law implementation Q&A for SRF funding

Agency has committed to regular updates throughout the implementation process.

Senate approves WRDA package, sets up negotiations with House

$55 billion package would authorize dozens of water resource projects.

EPA webinar to highlight academic-water utility workforce pipelines

Registration is open for the August 24 event.

Dave Tippin, former AMWA president, dies at 82

Tippin directed Tampa Water for nearly 30 years.

Leadership opportunities featured on the AMWA job board

Executive-level utility positions are open.

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