The Latest AWWA, U.S. EPA, PA. DEP, Legislative and Regulatory Information:
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US EPA: COVID-19 Resources for the Water Sector
COVID-19 Resources for the Water Sector The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an emerging, rapidly evolving incident. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has developed a website that provides key EPA resources and general information on COVID-19, including a March 27, 2020, letter from EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler to Governors in all 50 states, territories,…
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US EPA Encourages Americans to Only Flush Toilet Paper
US EPA Encourages Americans to Only Flush Toilet Paper 03/30/2020 Contact Information: EPA Press Office ([email protected]) WASHINGTON (March 30, 2020) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is encouraging all Americans to only flush toilet paper, not disinfecting wipes or other non-flushable items that should be disposed of in the trash. Flushing only toilet paper helps…
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Important information for PA Water Utilities: “Thank Everyday Water Heroes”
EPA is aware of the many challenges and sacrifices that the water workforce is undergoing and would like to “Thank Everyday Water Heroes” across our nation. As soon as this week, EPA will issue a press release that highlights the drinking water and wastewater workforce and their vital contribution to keeping our country safe and…