Category: Federal/State Legislative News
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Partnership for Safe Water Program: Pennsylvania American Water Systems Recognized for Excellent Tap Water Quality
Pennsylvania American Water Systems Recognized for Excellent Tap Water Quality Company has received more awards than any water utility in the nation – demonstrating outstanding commitment to delivering high quality drinking water MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (Sept. 27, 2021) – Customers of Pennsylvania American Water can rest assured of the quality of their tap water, as 17 of the…
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Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Grants…Deadline is: October 29, 2021
Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Grants PCOH-RFP-Fluoridation-Grant-Application Information PCOH is requesting proposals for Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Grants. This grant seeks to issue funds to those public water systems wishing to initiate, update, or expand the practice of community water fluoridation. Priority will be given to initiation projects. The maximum request per water system may not exceed $20,000. Depending…
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Capital Region Water provides drive-thru customer service at a new location
Capital Region Water provides drive-thru customer service at a new location Previous customer service center repurposed for drinking water operations HARRISBURG (September 20, 2021): Capital Region Water opened its customer service drive-thru today at 3003 N. Front Street in Harrisburg. The additional payment option provides a convenient means of doing business with Capital Region Water.…
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Yaw Bill Limiting Firefighter Exposure to PFAS, Safeguarding Environment Passes Full Senate
Yaw Bill Limiting Firefighter Exposure to PFAS, Safeguarding Environment Passes Full Senate HARRISBURG – A bill establishing statewide uniform requirements restricting the use of “Class B” firefighting foams containing added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) for training purposes and testing was approved today by the full Senate, according to prime sponsor Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23),…
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PA-AWWA CELEBRATES SOURCE WATER PROTECTION WEEK ON SEPTEMBER 26-OCTOBER 2, 2021 #ProtectTheSource
PA-AWWA CELEBRATES SOURCE WATER PROTECTION WEEK ON SEPTEMBER 26-OCTOBER 2, 2021 PA-AWWA CELEBRATES SOURCE WATER PROTECTION WEEK ON SEPTEMBER 26-OCTOBER 2, 2021 Source Water Protection Brochure AWWA invites water utilities, sections and other partners to join the Association in declaring Sept. 26-Oct. 2 the first-ever “Source Water Protection Week.” Throughout the week, we will be…
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Attention PA Students…AWWA Student Membership…Join for $10 and Grow your Education and Career
Hey PA Students! Join AWWA for $10 and Grow your Education and Career Stay Current With Industry News and Information Keep up-to-date on the latest happenings in the water sector through technical resources and get access to the materials you need for your education. Find a Job Put your degree to use and find…
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September…National Preparedness Month: Resilience is Your Best Defense
Ready, Set, Prepare! Resilience is Your Best Defense Start Your Route to Resilience Today September is National Preparedness Month. Join EPA on the Route to Resilience as we highlight the resources available to help your utility be ready to Assess, Plan, Train, Respond, and Recover in the event of a water sector emergency. Each…
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PA Reps. Stephens, Schroeder and Polinchock to Host PFAS Roundtable and Tour of Willow Grove Naval Base with the House Policy Committee
PA Reps. Stephens, Schroeder and Polinchock to Host PFAS Roundtable and Tour of Willow Grove Naval Base with the House Policy Committee SEP. 14, 2021 WHAT: Reps. Todd Stephens (R-Montgomery), Meghan Schroeder (R-Bucks) and Todd Polinchock (R-Bucks) will host the House Republican Policy Committee for a roundtable discussion on the economic development potential of the…
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The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the September 4 PA Bulletin inviting comments on draft technical guidance on Chapter 105 Alternatives Analysis [DEP ID: 310-2100-002].
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the September 4 PA Bulletin inviting comments on draft technical guidance on Chapter 105 Alternatives Analysis [DEP ID: 310-2100-002]. The guidance seeks to— — Clarify the appropriate level of analysis required for evaluating alternatives for projects requiring an Individual Water Obstruction and Encroachment Permit under…
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Gov. Wolf Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Damages from Remnants of Ida
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8, 2021 View Online Gov. Wolf Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Damages from Remnants of Ida Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today requested that President Joe Biden declare a major disaster in Pennsylvania following heavy rainfall, severe flash flooding, and tornadoes from Tropical Depression Ida that impacted Pennsylvania on August 31, 2021, through September 5, 2021. “I am requesting a federal…