The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a proposal to strengthen its Lead and Copper Rule that would require water systems across the country to replace lead pipe service lines within 10 years.
EPA is also proposing additional improvements to protect public health, such as lowering the lead action level and improving sampling protocols utilized by water systems.
These proposals are part of the Biden administration's vision for a lead-free future, by removing every lead service line in the U.S. to protect children and vulnerable populations from the negative impacts of lead in drinking water, particularly those living in disadvantaged communities.
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