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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a significant allocation of $3 billion from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to assist every state and territory in identifying and replacing lead service lines, ultimately safeguarding public health and ensuring access to safe drinking water. The funding, part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, is channeled through the EPA’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the urgency of addressing lead exposure, stating, “The science is clear, there is no safe...
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EPA Announces Over $28.6M for South Dakota Lead Pipe Replacement to Ensure Safe Drinking Water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced funding of $28,650,000 from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to assist South Dakota in identifying and replacing lead service lines, thus preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. This move is part of President Biden's commitment to replacing every lead pipe in the nation."EPA is dedicated to protecting the health of all South Dakotans by ensuring the water flowing into their taps is safe and reliable," said EPA Regional Administrator KC Becker. "Everyone deserves access to clean drinking...
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EPA Announces Nearly $44M for Missouri Lead Pipe Replacement
LENEXA, KAN. (MAY 2, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced nearly $44 million in funding from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to aid Missouri in identifying and replacing lead service lines, aiming to prevent exposure to lead in drinking water. This move is part of the ongoing efforts to protect public health by replacing lead pipes across the nation.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the urgency of the initiative, stating, “The science is clear, there is no safe level of lead exposure, and the primary source of...
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New Jersey to Get Over $123 Million for Lead Pipe Replacement to Advance Safe Drinking Water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a significant funding of $123.1 million from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to aid New Jersey in identifying and replacing lead service lines, with the aim of preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. This initiative is part of President Biden’s commitment to replace every lead pipe in the nation, ensuring the delivery of safe drinking water and protecting public health.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of removing lead pipes promptly, stating, “The science is clear,...
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Biden-Harris Administration Allocates $49 Million for Virginia Lead Pipe Replacement
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced over $49 million in funding from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to assist Virginia in identifying and replacing lead service lines, ensuring safe drinking water and protecting public health. Lead exposure, particularly from lead pipes, can have severe health consequences, especially for children's brain development."EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of removing lead pipes promptly, stating, 'There is no safe level of lead exposure, and the primary source of harmful...
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EPA Announces Over $28M for Kansas Lead Pipe Replacement to Advance Safe Drinking Water, as Part of Investing in America Agenda
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant investment of $28,650,000 from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to aid Kansas in identifying and replacing lead service lines, with the goal of preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. This initiative is part of President Biden's commitment to replace every lead pipe in the nation, ultimately protecting public health and ensuring safe drinking water for all.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the urgency of addressing lead pipes, stating, "The science is clear, there is...
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $28 Million for Vermont Lead Pipe Replacement
EPA announces latest round of funding toward President Biden's commitment to replace every lead pipe in the nation, protecting public health and helping to deliver safe drinking waterBOSTON (May 2, 2024) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $28,650,000 from President Biden's Investing in America agenda to help Vermont identify and replace lead service lines, preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. Lead can cause a range of serious health impacts, including irreversible harm to brain development in children. To protect children and families,...
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EPA Announces More Than $65 Million for Indiana Lead Pipe Replacement to Advance Safe Drinking Water as Part of the Biden-Harris Administration Investing in America Agenda
CHICAGO (May 2, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a significant allocation of $65,818,000 from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to aid Indiana in replacing lead service lines, thereby preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. This initiative is part of President Biden’s commitment to replacing every lead pipe in the nation to safeguard public health and ensure the delivery of safe drinking water.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of this funding, stating, "The science is clear, there is no safe level...
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EPA Announces $28.7 Million for Arizona Lead Pipe Replacement to Advance Safe Drinking Water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $28.7 million towards Arizona's efforts to identify and replace lead service lines, a crucial step in ensuring safe drinking water for residents. This funding, part of President Biden's commitment to replace every lead pipe in the nation, aims to protect public health and advance environmental justice.Martha Guzman, EPA Pacific Southwest Regional Administrator, emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "Every single person living in Arizona deserves access to clean, safe drinking water and a...
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Biden-Harris Administration Allocates $3 Billion to Replace Lead Pipes for Safe Drinking Water
On May 2, 2024, the Biden-Harris administration announced a significant investment of $3 billion to replace lead pipes in the United States, aiming to promote safe drinking water as part of their investment agenda. This announcement comes as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed the latest round of funding to support President Biden's commitment to replace all lead pipes in the country, safeguarding public health and ensuring access to safe drinking water.The allocated funds, part of President Biden's Invest in America agenda, will assist all states and...
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EPA Announces Final Rule to Protect Water Quality Where Tribes have Treaty and Reserved Rights
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a final rule aimed at protecting water quality in areas where Tribes hold and assert rights to aquatic and aquatic-dependent resources. EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan highlighted the importance of this rule, stating, “President Biden is committed to ensuring that all people have access to clean and safe water. Strengthening our regulations to support Tribes and protect precious water resources is essential.”The new rule establishes a national framework for EPA and states to consider Tribal treaty and...
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New York Receives $129 Million for Lead Pipe Replacement to Ensure Safe Drinking Water
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a significant allocation of $129.2 million from President Biden's Investing in America agenda to aid New York in identifying and replacing lead service lines, ultimately safeguarding public health by preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the critical nature of this initiative, stating, "There is no safe level of lead exposure, and the primary source of harmful exposure in drinking water is through lead pipes."The funding, made available through the...
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EPA Announces $86 Million for Minnesota Lead Pipe Replacement
In a recent announcement made by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on May 2, 2024, a substantial amount of funding has been allocated towards replacing lead pipes in Minnesota. The funding, totaling $86,566,000, is part of President Biden’s commitment to ensuring safe drinking water for all Americans.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, “The science is clear, there is no safe level of lead exposure, and the primary source of harmful exposure in drinking water is through lead pipes.” This funding is a...
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Biden-Harris Administration Allocates Over $28 Million for New Hampshire Lead Pipe Replacement
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a significant allocation of $28,650,000 from President Biden's Investing in America agenda to aid New Hampshire in identifying and replacing lead service lines, thus preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. This funding is part of the Administration's commitment to replacing every lead pipe in the country, a measure aimed at protecting public health and ensuring the delivery of safe drinking water.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the urgency of addressing lead pipes, stating, "The science is clear,...
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EPA Announces $28.7 Million for California Lead Pipe Replacement to Advance Safe Drinking Water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant investment of $28.7 million towards replacing lead service lines in California, as part of President Biden's commitment to ensuring safe drinking water for all Americans. The funding, made available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to protect public health and advance environmental justice by addressing the risks associated with lead exposure in drinking water.Martha Guzman, EPA Pacific Southwest Regional Administrator, emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "Every...
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Biden-Harris Administration Allocates Over $28 Million for Rhode Island Lead Pipe Replacement
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a significant investment of $28,650,000 from President Biden's Investing in America agenda to assist Rhode Island in identifying and replacing lead service lines, ultimately safeguarding public health and ensuring safe drinking water. The funding, made available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and EPA's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF), aims to advance the administration's commitment to environmental justice and eliminate exposure to lead in drinking water.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan...
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EPA Announces $184 Million for Ohio Lead Pipe Replacement to Ensure Safe Drinking Water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant funding of $184,273,000 from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to aid Ohio in identifying and replacing lead service lines, ultimately safeguarding the public from exposure to lead in drinking water. The initiative is part of President Biden’s commitment to replace every lead pipe in the nation to ensure the delivery of safe drinking water.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the urgency of removing lead pipes, stating, “The science is clear, there is no safe level of lead...
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EPA Announces Over $30M for Iowa Lead Pipe Replacement to Advance Safe Drinking Water, as Part of Investing in America Agenda
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant investment of $30,066,000 from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to assist Iowa in identifying and replacing lead service lines, ultimately protecting public health and ensuring safe drinking water. EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, “The science is clear, there is no safe level of lead exposure, and the primary source of harmful exposure in drinking water is through lead pipes.”EPA Region 7 Administrator Meghan A. McCollister also...
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $3 Billion Investment in Safe Drinking Water through Lead Pipe Replacement
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today a $3 billion funding initiative as part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda to identify and replace all lead service lines in the United States to prevent lead exposure in drinking water. EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "There is no safe level of lead exposure, and the primary source of harmful exposure in drinking water is through lead pipes."President Biden's commitment to protecting public health and ensuring safe water supply has led to the...
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EPA Announces More Than $240 Million for Illinois Lead Pipe Replacement to Advance Safe Drinking Water as Part of the Biden-Harris Administration Investing in America Agenda
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant investment of $240,899,000 from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to aid Illinois in identifying and replacing lead service lines, ultimately safeguarding residents from lead exposure in drinking water. EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the critical nature of this initiative, stating, “There is no safe level of lead exposure, and the primary source of harmful exposure in drinking water is through lead pipes.”Illinois Governor JB Pritzker expressed gratitude for the funding,...
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