Virginia is implementing a new law to increase transparency and communication between water systems and the Virginia Department of Health
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Washington Assesses PFAS Levels in State Biosolids
The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) in September released an Assessment of PFAS Levels in Washington State Biosolids, documenting the results of a study begun in 2024 to assess PFAS…
Montana Secures U.S. EPA Approval of Narrative Nutrient Criteria for Wadable Streams
Montana DEQ recently received U.S. EPA approval to use narrative nutrient water quality standards in place of the previous numeric standards for Montana’s wadable streams and select large river segments. See what this means.
Washington ‘Opens Pathways’ to Clean Water through Permeable Pavement & Public Art
The City of Tacoma, Washington completed water quality improvement projects in two neighborhoods that combine stormwater management, safer streets, and public art.
Wyoming Launches Free PFAS Testing for Public Water Systems
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality announced no-cost monitoring of PFAS for public water systems.
Idaho Adopts Proactive Water Cybersecurity Approach
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has adopted a Cyber Informed Engineering (CIE) approach to water cybersecurity.
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality Stormwater Permitting Webpage
This webpage provides information on National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Stormwater Program permits which regulate stormwater discharges from municipal, construction, and industrial sources.
Michigan Department of the Environment, Great Lakes, & Energy WRD Municipal NPDES Strategy
This document provides guidance on reducing or eliminating the discharge of PFAS at municipal wastewater treatment plants using National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits.
State Innovation Video 2025: Maryland Wastewater Early Warning System
Maryland has created an early warning system to collect water quality data and detect wastewater treatment plant malfunctions before they cause serious pollution.
State Innovation Video 2025: Tennessee GIS Dataset for Public Water System Service Areas
Tennessee developed a dashboard to communicate with the public and provide about rapidly changing conditions for public water availability.
