Congressional Hearing on Drinking Water Safety and Infrastructure
January 1, 2022
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The Frame
This hearing serves as the legislative foundation for several proposed federal bills that could change how local water systems are funded, inspected, and regulated, directly impacting water safety standards and consumer costs for residents nationwide.
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Local water utility customers
Proposed legislation could change water affordability programs, debt relief options, and safety standards for their tap water.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The agency is responsible for implementing new regulatory standards and oversight mechanisms proposed in the discussed bills.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2022.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on May 25, 2021, by the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
- The committee reviewed ten specific legislative proposals related to water infrastructure and safety.
- Proposed legislation includes the 'Get the Lead Out Act' (H.R. 3300) and the 'Protect Drinking Water from PFAS Act of 2021' (H.R. 3267).
- Other bills discussed address water debt relief, low-income customer assistance, and infrastructure improvements in colonias.
- Jennifer McLain, Director of the EPA's Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, provided official testimony.
- The committee received a 2019 report from Environment America and U.S. PIRG regarding lead in school drinking water.
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Why It Matters
This hearing serves as the legislative foundation for several proposed federal bills that could change how local water systems are funded, inspected, and regulated, directly impacting water safety standards and consumer costs for residents nationwide.
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Legislative focus on water affordability
The inclusion of multiple bills specifically targeting water debt relief and low-income assistance indicates a shift toward addressing water as a social affordability issue rather than just a technical infrastructure issue.
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