Environmental Groups Sue BP Under Clean Water Act
Landmark act could be used by the federal government to recover billions in fines, send people to jail.
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Clean Water Act Proposal Would Strengthen Federal Protection
Opponents call the proposal a federal power grab, while the bill’s author says it would restore the original intent of the landmark water legislation.
Clean Water Act Leaves Waterways Vulnerable to Pollution
As many as half of the nation’s largest water polluters might be exempt from the Clean Water Act’s requirements because Supreme Court decisions never clarified what waterways the act protects.
Congressmen Urge Obama to Strengthen Clean Water Act
The Bush Administration has weakened the maw of the Clean Water Act, a number of environmentalists and congressmen believe. They hope that President-Elect Barack Obama can provide a quality set of dentures and a stronger jaw for the legislation. In a letter to Obama, Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman Henry A. Waxman and Transportation […]
Congress working to restore full strength to Clean Water Act
WASHINGTON, DC — For 31 years, the Clean Water Act protected all of the nation’s waters, as Congress had intended when it was first enacted. But since 2003, when the Bush administration gave in to polluter pressure, nearly 60% of the nation’s streams have been at risk, including 48% of those in Michigan. Now, in […]
Congress working to restore full strength to Clean Water Act
WASHINGTON, DC — For 31 years, the Clean Water Act protected all of the nation’s waters, as Congress had intended when it was first enacted. But since 2003, when the Bush administration gave in to polluter pressure, nearly 60% of the nation’s streams have been at risk, including 48% of those in Michigan. Now, in […]
Reforming the Clean Water Act (TEST)
What might a Clean Water Act designed for the 21st century—one that addresses both legacy pollution and emerging problems—look like?
U.S. Clean Water Law Needs New Act for the 21st Century
Seminal water law does not address nation’s emerging water pollution challenges.
Obama Policies Could Clean Up Water Act
An insistent cadre of experts and activists have high hopes for the nation’s water infrastructure under current President-elect Barack Obama. During his campaign he pledged to preserve and rebuild wetlands and waterways across the country. Obama recently emphasized his support for infrastructure improvements, improvements that he believes can stimulate the nation’s economy. “If we want […]
Federal Water Tap, April 15: EPA Limits Six PFAS in Drinking Water
The Rundown EPA sets first national drinking water standards for PFAS. Justice Department finds Canadian energy company is “liable for trespass” in continuing to operate an oil pipeline on a northern Wisconsin tribe’s land. Department of Energy water research hub receives more funding to investigate water treatment technology. Justice Department also settles a Clean Water […]
Federal Water Tap, April 8: Western U.S. Snowpack Is High and Low
The Rundown Reclamation provides funds for tribal drinking water projects and solar panels at irrigation canals. EPA financial advisers will meet this week to discuss water affordability and federal infrastructure investment. States and tribes request extensions for spending household water bill assistance funds. Western mountain snowpack is a tale of two regions at the end […]
