"EPA Sets Historic National Limits on 'Forever Chemicals' in Drinking Water"

The Biden administration has implemented the first national drinking water limits on toxic PFAS, requiring utilities to reduce them to the lowest measurable level, aiming to reduce exposure for 100 million people and prevent illnesses. The rule sets strict limits on certain PFAS chemicals, with water providers having to test and inform the public of high levels. While health advocates praise the move, water utilities express concerns about the cost and impact on small communities. The EPA expects legal challenges, but emphasizes the rule's importance in improving public health and addressing PFAS contamination.