NewsThe HillMay 18, 2026United States
Proposed Rollback of Drinking Water Chemical Protections
The Trump administration has proposed weakening federal regulations on toxic 'forever chemicals' in drinking water. The plan includes allowing water systems more time to comply with standards and removing four of the six chemical types currently covered by existing rules.
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This change could reduce the safety standards for your local drinking water, potentially increasing exposure to harmful chemicals.
Key Facts
- The EPA proposed allowing water systems to delay the regulation of toxic 'forever chemicals'.
- The proposal seeks to rescind four of the six chemical types protected under a previous Biden-era rule.