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DC Water Statement on EPA’s Proposed Changes to Lead and Copper Rule

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November 30, 2023

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Like you, we are learning today about EPA’s announced proposal to modify the Lead and Copper Rule to require water systems across the country to replace lead service lines within 10 years of the effective rule. Given an anticipated effective date of 2027, this would translate into the removal of all lead service lines by 2037. EPA is also proposing additional changes, including lowering the lead action level.

DC Water Statement on EPA’s Proposed Changes to Lead and Copper Rule