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17 Aug 2026

Water Cybersecurity Legislation

A bipartisan cybersecurity proposal, the Water Cyber Shield Act, was introduced to address cybersecurity risks facing the nation’s water infrastructure.

18 May 2026

EPA Announces New PFAS Strategy for Drinking Water

On May 18th, the EPA announced a new strategy on PFAS, two proposed drinking water rules for public comment.

20 Feb 2026

Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s Tariffs

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On February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s tariffs — a major impact to the Administration’s economic program.

19 Sep 2025

Immigration Policy Alert

On September 19, 2025, the Trump Administration issued a proclamation entitled “RESTRICTION ON ENTRY OF CERTAIN NONIMMIGRANT WORKERS,” aimed directly at the H-1B visa program.

27 Aug 2025

EPA to Defend Biden-Era Rule Requiring Lead Pipe Replacement

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The Environmental Protection Agency announced in early August that it would defend the Biden administration’s aggressive rule for reducing lead in drinking water against a court challenge brought by a water utility association.