PFAS National Drinking Water Standard Act of 2025
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish a national standard for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. It codifies a previous EPA rule, finalized in April 2024, which sets limits for these chemicals in public water systems. The goal is to ensure all Americans have access to drinking water that is free from harmful levels of PFAS. This legislation formalizes the EPA’s existing PFAS drinking water regulation.
Key provisions
- Codifies the EPA’s April 2024 PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation.
- Establishes a national standard for PFAS in drinking water.
- Applies to public water systems nationwide.
- The regulation is effective as of June 25, 2024.
Who is affected
- Public water systems
- Drinking water consumers
- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Notable changes
- Formalizes the EPA’s PFAS drinking water regulation.
- Creates a consistent national standard, replacing potentially varying state regulations.
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