EPAProposed Rule
Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Regulation for Public Water Systems; Analytical Methods for List 2 Contaminants; Clarifications to the Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Regulation [W-00-01-I-A-1]
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Summary
The EPA is proposing new rules to test public drinking water for certain chemicals that aren't currently regulated by the government. Water utilities will need to use approved laboratory methods to check for these contaminants and report the results, helping the EPA decide whether these chemicals should be officially regulated in the future.
Key Points
- 1Water companies must test for a second list of unregulated chemicals using approved EPA methods to see how common they are in drinking water
- 2The new testing requirements help the EPA gather information to decide if these chemicals should become officially regulated under federal law
- 3Provides clarification on which laboratory testing methods water systems should use to ensure accurate and consistent results
- 4This is a proposed rule, so the EPA is seeking public feedback before making it final
- 5Water utilities across the country will need to budget for new testing and lab analysis to comply with these monitoring requirements
Key Dates
Published
March 18, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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