Congress is expected to consider the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act in September. The PERMIT Act, H.R. 3898, aims to cut red tape, streamline review procedures, and enhance regulatory clarity under the Clean Water Act (CWA). The bill would amend section 502(7) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to list what the term “navigable waters” does not Read More
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Congress Considers Several Bills Related to Water Industry
U.S. Congressional members are considering several bills that could affect the water industry. A summary of a select few follow. PFAS National Drinking Water Act of 2025 Bipartisan legislation has been introduced to codify the first-ever national primary drinking water regulation for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA). Read More