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- H.R.6170
H.R.6170: To amend the Safe Drinking Water Act with respect to the consolidation of public water systems, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- Introduced Sept. 26, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 26, 2016
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Bill Summary
This bill amends the Safe Drinking Water Act to authorize states and the Environmental Protection Agency to require public water systems that have repeatedly failed to comply with drinking water standards to assess options for consolidation. Public water systems are eligible for financial assistance to assist with undertaking consolidation activities. Additionally, the bill provides liability protection for compliant public water systems that...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 26, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Sept. 26, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by John Garamendi (D-Calif.) |