Biden administration sets first-ever national standard for drinking water, limiting "forever chemicals" PFAS.

The Biden administration has announced the first-ever national standard for drinking water, setting strict limits on certain "forever chemicals" to protect 100 million Americans from harmful contaminants. The new rule will require utilities to reduce these chemicals, known as PFAS, to the lowest level they can be reliably measured. This move aims to reduce exposure for millions of people and help prevent thousands of illnesses, including cancers.

April 10, 2024
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