CLEAN WATER CURRENT – March 5, 2010

NACWA Makes Headway with EPA on Regulatory Status of Biosolids, Incineration

NACWA met Thursday with senior EPA staff from the air, waste and water offices to discuss ongoing Agency rulemaking efforts that have the potential to impact the regulatory status of biosolids and sewage sludge incinerators (SSIs). » Read more

Senate Begins Chemical Security Consideration; DHS Drafts Legislation

The Senate is moving forward with its consideration of the reauthorization and expansion of the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program. » Read more

Trust Fund Effort Garners Momentum, Co-Sponsors Now Total 30

NACWA continues its efforts to build support for H.R. 3202, The Water Protection and Reinvestment Act of 2009. » Read more

Based on NACWA’s Request, AA for Water to Hold Regular Meetings with Muni Groups

In a September 9, 2009 meeting with Assistant Administrator for Water Peter Silva to discuss NACWA’s priority issues, the Association provided Silva a letter   outlining the Association’s advocacy priorities and stating “NACWA strongly urges you to consider holding a monthly meeting with key representatives from national municipal organizations, including NACWA, on water sector issues — similar to the industry “coffees” that your office has traditionally participated in.”. » Read more

Register Now for these Important NACWA Offerings

• NACWA’s Flow Series Web Seminars (March 10, June 9 and September 8)
• 2010 National Environmental Policy Forum (April 18-21, 2010)

Additional information and online registration can be found at www.nacwa.org.