Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)

United States: BioEnergy Development Inc. Plans Montana Activated Carbon Plant To Meet PFAS Drinking Water Rule Demand

BioEnergy Development Inc. has secured tax-advantaged investment to build a 3,000‑ton/year activated carbon module in Montana, with a four‑unit U.S. fleet projected, explicitly targeting demand from utilities complying with EPA’s PFAS drinking-water rule.[^1^](https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/clean-technology/bioenergy-development-inc.-advances-domestic-activated-carbon-production-worth-up-1155510)[^2^](https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2024-04/pfas-npdwr_fact-sheet_treatment_4.8.24.pdf) This signals additional domestic GAC supply for PFAS treatment ahead of the 2029 NPDWR compliance deadline, potentially easing supply and price risks for U.S. water utilities and treatment vendors.

10 Apr 2026, 15:23accessnewswire.comUnited States

Washington State Board Of Health Final Agenda Sets Delegated Rulemaking Item On Lead And Copper Rule Improvements (Chapter 246-290 WAC)

Washington state is initiating rulemaking to align state drinking water standards with the 2024 federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). Regulated entities should anticipate more stringent monitoring, service line inventory mandates, and lower lead action levels as state-level implementation begins.

9 Apr 2026, 09:56sboh.wa.govUnited States

US EPA Releases Draft CCL 6 Listing Microplastics, Pharmaceuticals and PFAS as Drinking Water Threats

The US EPA has proposed the Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6), prioritizing microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and PFAS for potential future drinking water regulation. This listing signals an expansion of federal oversight into emerging contaminants, likely driving future monitoring mandates and stricter discharge standards for chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

6 Apr 2026, 16:51epa.govUnited States

Oklahoma DEQ Reminds Public Water Systems Of PFAS Initial Monitoring Deadlines

Oklahoma water systems face a 2027 deadline for initial PFAS monitoring, with state regulators urging a start to sampling by April 2026. Impacted operators must prioritize sampling schedules to manage potential remediation liabilities and mandatory public disclosure risks under federal standards.

5 Apr 2026, 19:52epa.govUnited States

US EPA Conducts Port of New York/Newark Inspections To Prevent Illegal Pesticide and Chemical Imports

US EPA and CBP are conducting high-profile joint port inspections to intercept illegal imports of pesticides, industrial chemicals, and lead-containing plumbing components. This intensified enforcement signals a shift toward proactive border-level market surveillance, increasing the risk of shipment seizures and supply chain delays for non-compliant products.

5 Apr 2026, 06:05epa.govUnited States

New Hampshire DES Proposes PFAS-Related Amendments to Env-Dw 301–303 Drinking Water Rules

New Hampshire has proposed updates to drinking water rules (Env-Dw 301–303) to streamline well-siting and mandate PFAS monitoring for large production and bottled water sources. This regulatory shift balances infrastructure development with PFAS management, requiring beverage producers and utilities to integrate enhanced groundwater testing into their long-term compliance and sourcing strategies.

1 Apr 2026, 14:24gc.nh.govUnited States

Missouri DNR Proposes Higher Well Installation Fees for Groundwater Protection Fund (10 CSR 23-2.010)

Missouri is advancing a proposal to increase maximum fees for well installation permits, certifications, and registrations to support groundwater protection. Impacted companies should budget for higher administrative costs and prepare for doubled penalties regarding late reporting for water and monitoring wells.

1 Apr 2026, 14:22sos.mo.govUnited States

US EPA Allocates $3 Billion To States To Reduce Lead In Drinking Water

The US EPA has released $3 billion in funding to accelerate the identification and replacement of lead service lines across the United States. This investment drives the implementation of the Lead and Copper Rule, requiring utilities to finalize service line inventories and prioritize infrastructure remediation.

28 Mar 2026, 20:29epa.govUnited States

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $40 Million for Lead Service Line Replacements in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties

Maryland has approved $40 million to accelerate lead service line replacements, supporting federal Safe Drinking Water Act compliance through 2037. This funding underscores a regional push for infrastructure remediation, creating immediate operational requirements for service line inventories and lead-free material procurement.

28 Mar 2026, 20:28news.maryland.govUnited States

Washington DOH Adopts Updated Consumer Confidence Report Rules for Group A Public Water Systems

Washington State has adopted revised drinking water reporting rules to align with federal standards, introducing stricter disclosure requirements for public water systems. Impacted operators must update data workflows and communication strategies to manage biannual reporting and enhanced transparency for contaminants including PFAS and lead.

28 Mar 2026, 16:37doh.wa.govUnited States

Washington State Board Of Health Draft Agenda For 8 April 2026 Meeting Highlights Possible Actions On Newborn Screening, Notifiable Conditions And Lead And Copper Rule Improvements

The Washington State Board of Health will meet on April 8, 2026, to consider new rulemaking for drinking water lead and copper standards and updates to public health reporting and screening protocols. Regulated entities should monitor for delegated rulemaking that may tighten heavy metal compliance for water systems and alter reporting obligations for communicable diseases.

27 Mar 2026, 20:34sboh.wa.govUnited States

Rutgers Study Finds New Jersey PFAS Drinking-Water Limits Cut Contamination

A Rutgers University study confirms that New Jersey's Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for PFOA, PFOS, and PFNA successfully reduced PFAS concentrations in public water systems by over 50%. This data validates the effectiveness of state-level PFAS standards and provides a robust evidentiary basis for the U.S. EPA’s federal MCLs, signaling continued regulatory pressure on PFAS emissions and remediation.

27 Mar 2026, 18:42sciencedirect.comUnited States

Exposure to PFAS and Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Review and Meta-Analysis

A March 2026 peer-reviewed meta-analysis links PFOA exposure to increased inflammatory bowel disease risk and identifies PFDA as a significant regulatory gap in US drinking water standards. This emerging epidemiological evidence increases the likelihood of expanded federal PFAS restrictions and may bolster future litigation and hazard-based classification efforts.

27 Mar 2026, 17:13nature.comUnited States

California Water Boards Update CLIP Resources for Drinking Water Laboratories

California has updated its drinking water laboratory reporting tools, including software versions and regulatory analyte-method pairings. Regulated entities must update their data submission workflows to align with new technical documentation and validation rules to avoid compliance gaps.

27 Mar 2026, 11:55content.govdelivery.comUnited States

New York Senate Introduces Bill S09539 On School Drinking Water Lead Reporting

New York introduced Senate Bill S09539 to establish a transparent reporting system and a five-year mitigation plan for lead in school drinking water. This move toward centralized data and mandatory remediation tracking signals heightened regulatory scrutiny on water infrastructure and potential future requirements for fixture upgrades.

26 Mar 2026, 19:07assembly.state.ny.usUnited States

US D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals Denies EPA Motion to Sever and Stay Index PFAS MCL Challenges

The US D.C. Circuit Court has denied the EPA's request to pause legal challenges against drinking water limits for four specific PFAS, keeping the current standards in force. This decision maintains immediate compliance pressure on water systems and industrial dischargers while the EPA simultaneously pursues a separate administrative path to rescind these specific limits.

26 Mar 2026, 19:04pfas.foxrothschild.comUnited States

Alaska DEC Opens Public Comment on SFY26 SRF Priority List Updates for Clean and Drinking Water Funds

Alaska has opened public consultation on the SFY26 funding priority lists for water infrastructure, targeting PFAS and emerging contaminant remediation. This signals continued state-level investment in PFAS mitigation, impacting planning for remediation services and water treatment technology providers.

26 Mar 2026, 11:36aws.state.ak.usUnited States

Maryland Adopts Drinking Water Outage and Flood Response Rules (COMAR 26.04.01)

Maryland has adopted new drinking water rules, effective July 1, 2026, establishing mandatory response and notification protocols for water outages and flooding. Water system operators must integrate these standardized disinfection, sampling, and public notice requirements into their emergency management and compliance frameworks.

25 Mar 2026, 21:45dsd.maryland.govUnited States

New York Lawmakers Advance PFAS Drinking Water Limits, Product Bans, and Clean Water Funding

New York is advancing legislation to codify strict PFAS drinking water limits and expand product bans for consumer goods and playground materials. This proactive state-level stance signals a significant decoupling from federal standards, increasing compliance complexity for manufacturers of PFAS-containing products in the US market.

25 Mar 2026, 21:43pbs.orgUnited States

US NDAA 2026 Tightens DoD PFAS, AFFF And Firefighter PPE Requirements

The US NDAA FY2026 mandates a strict "no detectable PFAS" standard for firefighting foam by October 2026 and shifts Department of Defense procurement toward PFAS-free firefighter protective equipment. These requirements accelerate the phase-out of fluorinated substances in the defense supply chain, increasing demand for alternative chemistries and remediation technologies while heightening liability risks for legacy contamination.

25 Mar 2026, 21:40govinfo.govUnited States