EPA Announces $1 Billion for PFAS Mitigation in Drinking Water
The U.S. EPA has announced nearly $1 billion in new funding to states to address PFAS contamination in drinking water. The agency has also issued two proposed rules for public comment as part of its ongoing efforts to regulate emerging contaminants.
This funding is intended to help states and territories implement solutions for detecting and removing PFAS from public water systems. The initiative is a major component of the EPA's strategy to address the health risks associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
In addition to the funding, the EPA is moving forward with regulatory actions by proposing new rules. These rules are currently open for public comment, allowing stakeholders to provide input on the proposed standards for water quality.
This announcement reflects the agency's intensified focus on emerging contaminants and the need for advanced treatment technologies. The funding will be distributed to states to support local water utilities in their efforts to provide safe drinking water.
Hawaii Wastewater Branch Updates Intended Use Plan for 2027
The Hawaii Department of Health's Wastewater Branch has released its Intended Use Plan for the 2027 State Fiscal Year. The plan outlines the allocation of Clean Water State Revolving Fund resources for upcoming wastewater infrastructure projects.
Source: Hawaii Department of Health
EPA Rescinds 2022 PFAS Guidance for Permitting
In August 2026, the U.S. EPA rescinded a 2022 nonbinding guidance document that had provided state permitting authorities with standard language for addressing PFAS in National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. This action was described as part of a broader, systematic review of agency guidance documents.
Source: Waste Dive
EPA Proposes Regulatory Clarifications for Clean Water Act Compliance Covering Offshore Processors
The EPA has issued a proposed rule clarifying Clean Water Act regulatory standards for offshore seafood processing facilities. The agency estimates that the clearer effluent discharge requirements will yield $1.8 million in yearly compliance savings.
Source: SBA Office of Advocacy
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