News and reports from the Environmental Protection Agency.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

The Biden-Harris administration has announced the allocation of $3 billion as part of the "Investing in America's Journey" initiative to facilitate the replacement of lead pipes and promote drinking water safety across the United States.According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this funding is aimed at helping states and territories identify and replace lead-containing water supply pipes to prevent lead exposure in drinking water, which can have severe health impacts, especially on children's brain development.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today the allocation of over $152 million from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to aid Pennsylvania in identifying and replacing lead service lines, a crucial step in ensuring safe drinking water for the state's residents. This funding is part of the Biden administration's commitment to replacing every lead pipe in the nation, safeguarding public health and environmental justice.EPA Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator Adam Ortiz highlighted the significance of the funding, stating, “Across our region,...

The EPA Administrator, Michael S. Regan, emphasized the importance of Asthma Awareness Month, stating, “Asthma is a public health issue, an economic issue, and an environmental issue that impacts the entire country, especially low-income and minority communities.” Regan highlighted the agency's commitment to reducing harmful pollution and raising awareness to help communities manage asthma and improve health.Asthma affects over 25 million Americans, including four million children, and has significant economic implications totaling more than $80 billion annually in direct...

May marks Asthma Awareness Month, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is using this opportunity to highlight programs across the nation that are providing exceptional asthma care. It is estimated that 25 million Americans, including four million children, live with this condition.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its partnership with two communities through the Energy Communities Technical Assistance Pilot program, aimed at supporting community-driven energy transition and economic revitalization goals. EPA Associate Administrator for Policy, Vicki Arroyo, highlighted the importance of programs like the Inflation Reduction Act in providing incentives for low-carbon and renewable energy generation.According to Arroyo, the Energy Communities pilot is designed to deliver assistance to communities to help bring their vision...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a partnership with Webster County, Kentucky, to provide technical assistance through the Energy Communities Technical Assistance Pilot program. This initiative aims to support community-driven energy transition and economic revitalization goals in Webster County and other recipient communities.Vicki Arroyo, EPA Associate Administrator for Policy, highlighted the significance of the Inflation Reduction Act in promoting low-carbon and renewable energy generation. Arroyo stated, "Our Energy Communities pilot is...

Mobile, Ala. (April 30, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and local stakeholders will host a public forum on Saturday focused on advancing environmental justice and revitalizing Africatown, Alabama. The meeting is open to Africatown residents, non-profit organizations, local and state government, academia, churches, business owners, and others.According to the announcement, participants will have the opportunity to discuss community environmental concerns, including public health and air quality issues, and also learn about federal, state, and local...

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe emphasized the critical nature of cybersecurity and climate change threats to the nation's water infrastructure. She stressed the urgency of coordinated action to protect public health and the environment in light of recent cyber attacks on water systems.McCabe highlighted the Biden-Harris Administration's comprehensive effort to secure the country's critical infrastructure, stating that the new National Security Memorandum (NSM) plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and the economy....

CHICAGO (April 30, 2024) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has officially commenced the cleanup operations at the Velsicol Burn Pit Superfund site located in St. Louis, Michigan. The funding for this crucial environmental initiative comes from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda.Debra Shore, the Region 5 Administrator, expressed gratitude for the support provided by the Biden-Harris Administration, stating, "Thanks to the resources provided by the Biden-Harris Administration, EPA can clean up these...

WASHINGTON – The Biden-Harris Administration has taken a crucial step to protect workers and communities from the dangers of methylene chloride by finalizing a ban on most uses of the chemical. The decision, announced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on April 30, 2024, comes after years of advocacy and tragic incidents involving methylene chloride exposure.EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of the ban, stating, “Exposure to methylene chloride has devastated families across this country for too long, including some who saw loved ones go...