Colorado River Water Use in Three States Drops to 40-Year Low
Arizona, California, and Nevada take less water from the struggling river.
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Fresh, June 11, 2024: In Michigan and Minnesota, Groundwater Extraction for Bottled Water Divides Lawmakers, Residents
Bottled water company access to low-cost groundwater remains a contentious issue within Michigan’s government, while Minnesota regulators consider another company’s groundwater permit.
Federal Water Tap, June 10: Researchers Estimate Lithium in U.S. Groundwater
The Rundown USGS researchers use computer models to map lithium, unregulated in drinking water, in groundwater. Montana senators introduce a bill to amend the Crow Tribe water rights settlement. FERC attempts to clarify water quality permitting process for energy projects. Army Corps has $120 million to raise homes in southwest Louisiana against floods. And lastly, […]
Federal Water Tap, June 3: EPA Proposal Aims for Structural Change in U.S. Drinking Water Sector
The Rundown Proposed EPA rule, by targeting structural problems, aims at the root of utility drinking water violations. Report shows Colorado River water use in three lower basin states drops to four-decade low. IRS proposal would allow new hydropower generation access to federal clean electricity tax credits. Reclamation allocates hundreds of millions for water reuse, […]
Federal Water Tap, May 28: EPA Alerts Water Utilities to Inadequate Cybersecurity Protections
The Rundown EPA finds that most water utilities it inspected have deficient cybersecurity. Feds settle with Norfolk Southern over toxic releases from East Palestine train derailment. Defense Department funds research into water and extreme weather to inform its strategic planning. EPA will hold a public meeting on its water affordability needs assessment. Today is the […]
Fresh, May 28, 2024: Minnesota Lawmakers Expand Protections For Hundreds of Miles of Waterways
In a new bill, Minnesota lawmakers clarified vague language that had previously kept some 640 miles of creeks and streams from being classified as public waters.
Fresh, May 14, 2024: In Minnesota, Largest U.S. Potato Producer Sues White Earth Nation Over Water Permit Dispute
In northern Minnesota, the White Earth Nation is being sued for issuing water permits that farmers say are outside the tribe’s jurisdiction.
Federal Water Tap, May 6: White House Issues Cybersecurity Memo for Critical Infrastructure
The Rundown Protecting water systems and other critical infrastructure is the heart of a Biden administration cybersecurity plan. EPA memo details requirements for states and tribes when using federal funds to replace lead drinking water pipes. EPA moves to protect tribal fishing rights when states set water quality standards for rivers and lakes. FDA finalizes […]
The Stream, May 1, 2024: In Sri Lanka, Contaminated Waters Linked to Kidney Disease in Farmers
For decades in Sri Lanka farmers have suffered from kidney pain and failure, the cause unknown though likely linked to contaminated water.
Federal Water Tap, April 22: EPA Designates Two PFAS as Hazardous Substances
The Rundown EPA designation for PFOA and PFOS is meant to facilitate hazardous site cleanup. Water bills in Congress focus on shielding water utilities from PFAS cleanup costs, rural household water filters, and low-income water bill assistance. Biden administration releases a global health security strategy. CDC hosts its flagship disease detection conference this week with […]
Federal Water Tap, April 15: EPA Limits Six PFAS in Drinking Water
The Rundown EPA sets first national drinking water standards for PFAS. Justice Department finds Canadian energy company is “liable for trespass” in continuing to operate an oil pipeline on a northern Wisconsin tribe’s land. Department of Energy water research hub receives more funding to investigate water treatment technology. Justice Department also settles a Clean Water […]
Federal Water Tap, April 8: Western U.S. Snowpack Is High and Low
The Rundown Reclamation provides funds for tribal drinking water projects and solar panels at irrigation canals. EPA financial advisers will meet this week to discuss water affordability and federal infrastructure investment. States and tribes request extensions for spending household water bill assistance funds. Western mountain snowpack is a tale of two regions at the end […]
