Water & Health Advisory Council

Committed to providing the information needed to understand complex issues that impact water quality & health.

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As discussions around the future of drinking water continue, adopting a risk-based approach that prioritizes the most significant threats facing water systems will be essential.

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The #SafeDrinkingWaterAct has played a critical role in making American drinking water among the safest in the world. However, as Council Chair Kathryn Sorensen notes, protecting public health requires more than identifying new contaminants.

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Long-term system reliability also depends on investments in aging infrastructure, workforce capacity, cybersecurity, and supply chain resilience.

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The estimate is more than double the state’s previous plan, highlighting the growing cost of maintaining reliable water systems and preparing for future demand.

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Texas officials estimate the state will need $174 billion in water infrastructure investment over the next 50 years to avoid major water shortages. The draft 2027 State Water Plan includes nearly 3,000 projects to address drought, population growth, and aging water systems.

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Maintaining public trust in drinking water will require continued investment in infrastructure, strong standards, and clear communication about water quality.

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Americans benefit from some of the safest drinking water in the world thanks to the Safe Drinking Water Act and the oversight of public water systems.

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As @MPTeodoro notes, while no water source is completely risk-free, tap water is typically tested and regulated far more closely than bottled water. Despite common perception, bottled water often has less oversight and transparency.

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Protecting public health will require balanced policies and investments that strengthen overall system reliability and resilience.

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The @EPA announced today that it plans to uphold drinking water standards for PFOA and PFOS while extending compliance deadlines from 2029 to 2031. The agency also proposed rescinding standards covering PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the hazard index mixture that includes PFBS

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At the same time, aging infrastructure, workforce shortages, and microbial contaminants remain urgent challenges facing drinking water systems nationwide.

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Learn more in the open-access book Safe Drinking Water Act: The Next Fifty Years.

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Consumer Confidence Reports were created to help build public trust in drinking water by informing residents about what is in their tap water.

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Improving how water quality information is communicated will be essential to strengthening public trust. Clear, accessible reporting that provides meaningful context can help communities better understand their drinking water and the risks that matter most.

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As infrastructure ages and systems become more complex, proactive oversight will remain essential to protecting public health.

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Officials are investigating a Legionella outbreak linked to Santa Clara Medical Center after 18 infections were identified through routine monitoring.

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Outbreaks like this highlight the importance of consistent monitoring, preventative maintenance, and strong water management practices.