EPA Announces Nearly $1 Billion in New Funding for PFAS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced nearly $1 billion in new funding to states to address PFAS in water systems. The agency also issued two proposed rules for public comment.
The funding is intended to help states implement strategies for managing PFAS contamination in both drinking water and wastewater systems. This initiative is part of the EPA's broader effort to address emerging contaminants nationwide.
In addition to the funding, the EPA has released proposed rules that will impact how utilities monitor and treat PFAS. These regulations are currently open for public comment, allowing stakeholders to provide input on implementation.
This announcement underscores the federal government's focus on regulating PFAS and providing the financial resources necessary for utilities to upgrade their treatment capabilities.
Congress Introduces Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act
The U.S. Congress has introduced the WIPPES Act to address critical pollution prevention and safety standards within the nation's wastewater infrastructure. This legislative move aims to enhance the operational integrity and environmental compliance of treatment facilities across the country.
Source: U.S. Government Publishing Office
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In August 2026, the U.S. EPA rescinded a 2022 nonbinding guidance document that had provided state permitting authorities with standard language for addressing PFAS in National Pollutant Discharge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
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