Issues relating to the amount of time required for U.S. water systems to mitigate lead contamination in service lines.
Issues relating to the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S. Code 300g-6 a.) (B) Content of Notice) that mandates Water Systems shall provide clear and readily understandable explanation of (iii) reasonably available methods of mitigating known or potential lead content in drinking water, mandates that the environmental protection agency to notify water ratepayers of all the available options to mitigate lead in their drinking water.
Issues relating to funding of Section 50112 Advanced Drinking Water Technologies, in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (PL 117-58) in H.R. 8262, Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for fiscal year 2023. Section 50112 creates a $10 million annual grant program (FY 2022-2026) for water systems serving under 100,000 people that has plans to identify or has identified opportunities in the operations of the public water system to employ new, existing, or emerging, yet proven, technologies, including technology that could address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, as determined by the Administrator, that enhance treatment, monitoring, affordability, efficiency, or safety of the drinking water.
Duration: September 10, 2018
to
June 30, 2023
General Issues: Environmental/Superfund , Budget/Appropriations , Clean Air & Water (Quality) , Chemicals/Chemical Industry , Consumer Issues/Safety/Protection , Economics/Economic Development , Government Issues , Manufacturing , Labor Issues/Antitrust/Workplace , Urban Development/Municipalities
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Agencies lobbied since 2018: House of Representatives, U.S. Senate, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), White House Office, Office of Management & Budget (OMB)
Related Foreign Entities:
Wavin (Zwolle, NED); contribution to lobbying: $0; ownership 0%; Mexichem (Tlalnepantla, Estado de Mexico, MEX); contribution to lobbying: $0; ownership 0%
Lobbyists
Lobbyists named here were listed on a filing related to this lobbying engagement. They may not be working on it now. Occasionally, a single lobbyist whose name is spelled two different ways on filings may be represented twice here.
Lobbyist
Covered positions?
Timothy Cansler Assistant to Undersecretary, USDA
Assistant to Administrator
Assistant to Undersecretary
Assistant to Administrator, USDA
Assistant to Undersecretary, USDA
Disclosures Filed
Once a lobbying engagement begins, the lobbyist or firm is required to file updates four times a year. Those updates sometimes change which lobbyists are involved or add new issues being discussed. When lobbyists stop working for a client, the firm is also supposed to file a report disclosing the end of the relationship.
2nd Quarter, 2023
Cansler Consulting, LLC terminated an engagement in which they represented Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. on July 15, 2023.
Original Filing: 301476824.xml
1st Quarter, 2023
In Q1, Cansler Consulting, LLC did no lobbying for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on April 19, 2023.
Original Filing: 301458803.xml
4th Quarter, 2022
In Q4, Cansler Consulting, LLC did no lobbying for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2023.
Original Filing: 301432282.xml
3rd Quarter, 2022
In Q3, Cansler Consulting, LLC did no lobbying for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Oct. 19, 2022.
Original Filing: 301411905.xml
2nd Quarter, 2022
In Q2, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on July 17, 2022.
Original Filing: 301382099.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to the amount of time required for U.S. water systems to mitigate lead contamination in service lines.
Issues relating to the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S. Code 300g-6 a.) (B) Content of Notice) that mandates Water Systems shall provide clear and readily understandable explanation of (iii) reasonably available methods of mitigating known or potential lead content in drinking water, mandates that the environmental protection agency to notify water ratepayers of all the available options to mitigate lead in their drinking water.
Agencies Lobbied
U.S. House of Representatives
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to funding of Section 50112 Advanced Drinking Water Technologies, in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (PL 117-58) in H.R. 8262, Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for fiscal year 2023. Section 50112 creates a $10 million annual grant program (FY 2022-2026) for water systems serving under 100,000 people that has plans to identify or has identified opportunities in the operations of the public water system to employ new, existing, or emerging, yet proven, technologies, including technology that could address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, as determined by the Administrator, that enhance treatment, monitoring, affordability, efficiency, or safety of the drinking water.
Agencies Lobbied
U.S. House of Representatives
1st Quarter, 2022
In Q1, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on April 18, 2022.
Original Filing: 301358391.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2021-0255 and the use of NSF-certified PET Expandable Pressure Pipe (EPP) by water systems to comply with mitigation of lead in drinking water.
Issues relating to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA, P.L. 117-58) and how Office of Management and Budget will interpret Buy American provisions relating to inter-connectivity of U.S. businesses with global partners.
Issues relating to the Safe Drinking Water Act at 42 U.S. Code 300g-6 a.) (B) Content of Notice from Water Systems shall provide clear and readily understandable explanation of (iii) reasonably available methods of mitigating known or potential lead content in drinking water.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to Section 50112, Advanced Drinking Water Technologies, in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA, P.L. 117-58) that directs EPA to create an annual $10 million competitive grant program for water systems serving under 100k pop. that identifies opportunities in the operations of the public water system to employ new, existing, or emerging, yet proven, technologies, including technology that could address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, as determined by the Administrator, that enhance treatment, monitoring, affordability, efficiency, or safety of the drinking water provided by the public water system.
Issues relating to provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA, P.L. 117-58) requiring EPA to issue a report on opportunities in the operations of public water systems to employ new, existing, or emerging, yet proven, technologies, including technology that could address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, as determined by the Administrator, that enhance treatment, monitoring, affordability, efficiency, or safety of the drinking water provided by the public water system.
Issues relating to EPA conducting pilot projects with water systems using expandable pressure pipe to mitigate lead in lead service lines.
Agencies Lobbied
U.S. House of Representatives
4th Quarter, 2021
In Q4, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Jan. 4, 2022.
Original Filing: 301319988.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2021-0255 and the use of NSF-certified PET Expandable Pressure Pipe (EPP) by water systems to comply with mitigation of lead in drinking water.
Issues relating to EPA acceptance of technologies that replace lead service lines using polyethylene terephthalate (PET) expandable pressure pipe, that eliminates lead contaminants quickly and cost-efficiently.
Issues relating to the explanatory document, Public Comment and Response Document for the Final Lead and Copper Rule Revisions and EPA operations and activities that led to statement on non-compliance of pipe lining or coating technologies under 141.84.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
3rd Quarter, 2021
In Q3, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2021.
Original Filing: 301311458.xml
Lobbying Issues
Support provisions in Section 50112, Advanced Drinking Water Technologies in H.R. 3684 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021.
Issues relating to participation in virtual, public listening session with EPA re: lead and copper rule revisions and advantages of allowing trenchless pipe options for water system compliance for lead service line replacement.
Issues relating to the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Virtual Engagements, Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2021-0255.
Issues relating to climate-friendly trenchless technologies for water distribution systems to mitigate aging & deteriorating water mains and lead contamination from lead service lines.
Issues relating to incentives to water systems that employ new or emerging, yet proven, technologies, that enhance treatment, monitoring, affordability, efficiency, or safety of the drinking water provided by the public water system.
Issues relating to U.S. water ratepayers being informed about new or emerging, yet proven, technologies that safely deliver drinking water, employ climate-smart practices and eases future water rate increases.
Issues relating to EPA acceptance of technologies that replace lead service lines using polyethylene terephthalate (PET) expandable pressure pipe, that eliminates lead contaminants quickly and cost-efficiently.
Issues relating to the explanatory document, Public Comment and Response Document for the Final Lead and Copper Rule Revisions and EPA operations and activities that led to statement on non-compliance of pipe lining or coating technologies under 141.84.
Issues relating to long-term systemic challenges in the EPA Office of Water that impacts EPAs analytical capacity and ability to advance research and invest in infrastructure.
Issues relating to EPA lack of flexibility in adapting to available, certified technologies, how water systems should be prioritizing lead service line replacement and congressional oversight on how water utilities are spending federal water infrastructure dollars.
Issues relating to the staff levels (FTE) for the EPA Office of Research and Development (ORD) and Office of Water for the period FY 2005-2021.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
2nd Quarter, 2021
In Q2, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on July 18, 2021.
Original Filing: 301279344.xml
Lobbying Issues
Support provisions in Section 112 Advanced Drinking Water Technologies in S. 914 Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act of 2021. Support these provisions being included in a future infrastructure package.
Issues relating to participation in virtual, public listening session with EPA re: lead and copper rule revisions and advantages of allowing trenchless pipe options for water system compliance for lead service line replacement.
Issues relating to climate-friendly trenchless technologies for water distribution systems to mitigate aging & deteriorating water mains and lead contamination from lead service lines.
Issues relating to incentives to water systems that employ new or emerging, yet proven, technologies, that enhance treatment, monitoring, affordability, efficiency, or safety of the drinking water provided by the public water system.
Issues relating to U.S. water ratepayers being informed about new or emerging, yet proven, technologies that safely deliver drinking water, employ climate-smart practices and eases future water rate increases.
Issues relating to EPA acceptance of technologies that replace lead service lines using polyethylene terephthalate (PET) expandable pressure pipe, that eliminates lead contaminants quickly and cost-efficiently.
Issues relating to the explanatory document, Public Comment and Response Document for the Final Lead and Copper Rule Revisions and EPA operations and activities that led to statement on non-compliance of pipe lining or coating technologies under 141.84.
Issues relating to congressional oversight role in addressing lead contamination.
Issues relating to long-term systemic challenges in the EPA Office of Water that impacts EPAs analytical capacity and ability to advance research and invest in infrastructure.
Issues relating to nomination of Assistant Administrator for the Office of Water, EPA.
Issues relating to HR 3300, the Get the Lead Out Act, that allows water systems to use filtering technologies to quickly remove lead contaminants from drinking water. Questions pertaining to whole house filters that would require homeowners service at least twice per year if not more.
Issues relating to EPA lack of flexibility in adapting to available, certified technologies, how water systems should be prioritizing lead service line replacement and congressional oversight on how water utilities are spending federal water infrastructure dollars.
Issues relating to the staff levels (FTE) for the EPA Office of Research and Development (ORD) and Office of Water for the period FY 2005-2021.
Issues relating to participation in EPA roundtable discussions re: Lead and Copper Rule Revisions.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
1st Quarter, 2021
In Q1, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on April 19, 2021.
Original Filing: 301257950.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to the timing of the announcement for new members to the National Drinking Water Advisory Council (NDWAC).
Issues relating to why the ductile iron industry maintains representation on the EPA National Drinking Water Advisory Council (NDWAC) and no other technology is allowed representation on the EPA NDWAC.
Issues relating to incoming Administration options on the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Final Rule (EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300).
Issues relating to interpretations about not including pipe lining or coating technologies as a compliance path to lead service line replacement under 141.84.published in Public Comment and Response Document for the Final Lead and Copper Rule Revisions EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300-1622.
Issues relating to overcoming challenges for all emerging technologies in the water industry and the burden of proof that the technology works decades into the future.
Issues relating to EPA definition of liner in Use of Lead Free Pipes, Fittings, Fixtures, Solder, and Flux rule, (EPA-HQ-OW-2015-0680) in Section 1417 (42 U.S.C. 300g-6 and 300j-21) of the Safe Drinking Water Act to provide clarity to the industry.
Issues relating to support of provisions in S. 3590 Drinking Water Infrastructure Act of 2020 that provide incentives for public water system to employ new or emerging, yet proven, water technologies.
Issues relating to support of maintaining provisions from S. 3590 Drinking Water Infrastructure Act of 2020 in S. 914, Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act of 2021, that provide incentives for public water system to employ new or emerging, yet proven, water technologies.
Support including provisions from S. 914, Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act of 2021, that provide incentives for public water system to employ new or emerging, yet proven, water technologies, in H.R. 1848, the Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrow's America Act, or LIFT America Act.
Issues relating to trenchless technology solutions for aging drinking water infrastructure including lead service lines.
Issues relating to chlorination of drinking water which has no impact on Taste and Odor Testing.
Issues relating to EPA questioning the validity of National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)-61 certification.
Issues relating to States that are not uniformly disposing of lead service lines once removed from ground.
Issues relating to 42 U.S. Code 300g-6 a.) (B) Content of Notice that mandates that Water Systems shall provide clear and readily understandable explanation of reasonably available methods of mitigating known or potential lead content in drinking water.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
4th Quarter, 2020
In Q4, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2021.
Original Filing: 301238759.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300) encouraging water systems to innovate and adapt to certified technologies that are proven, safe, affordable and effective and the need for clarity from EPA relating to allowable use of new technologies and materials in drinking water projects.
Issues relating to water systems inconsistent regulatory interpretation and acceptance of trenchless lining technologies that creates barrier from lead contaminants in lead service lines.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
3rd Quarter, 2020
In Q3, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2020.
Original Filing: 301213026.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300) encouraging water systems to innovate and adapt to certified technologies that are proven, safe, affordable and effective and the need for clarity from EPA relating to allowable use of new technologies and materials in drinking water projects.
Issues relating to water systems acceptance of trenchless lining technologies that creates barrier from lead contaminants in lead service lines.
Issues relating to EPA drinking water program applications that should instruct applicants to provide examples of recent ways they have adopted new, certified drinking water infrastructure materials, technologies & procurement practices and the cost benefits achieved.
Issues relating to annual congressional reports from states and localities that explains new methodologies and technologies that have, or will be adopted to remedy public concerns like lead in drinking water and achieves cost-savings.
Support provisions in S.3590, Drinking Water Infrastructure Act of 2020, that provide a grant program to public water systems employing new emerging drinking water technologies.
Support EPA Final Rule on Guidance Documents, EPA-HQ-OA-2020-0128.
Issues relating to the Meeting Summary from the U.S. EPA NDWAC LEAD AND COPPER WORKING GROUP March 25-26, 2014 and determination that a lead service line counts as being replaced when samples collected from that lead service line are 0.015 mg/L.
Issues relating to EPA Region 2 in New Jersey possibly planning to conduct research on lining lead service lines.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Lobbying Issues
Support provisions in H.R. 7608, State, Foreign Operations, Agriculture, Rural Development, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2021 that increase funding level for lead pipe replacement and reduces lead contamination in drinking water.
Issues relating to emerging, certified drinking water infrastructure trenchless technologies.
Agencies Lobbied
U.S. House of Representatives
2nd Quarter, 2020
In Q2, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on July 19, 2020.
Original Filing: 301193832.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to use of certified, trenchless, structural lining technology to rehabilitate drinking water mains are available options for water systems asset management plans.
Issues relating to use of certified Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) liners to rehabilitate service lines.
Issues relating to public comments submitted to EPA and EPA reviewer responses to National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, Docket ID: EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300.
Issues relating to the requirements found at 40 CFR 141.84 for replacement of lead service lines.
Issues relating to the document, EPA Strategies to Achieve Full Lead Service Line Replacement, published by EPA alongside the Lead and Copper Rule, Docket No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300.
Issues relating to support of Section 13 in S. 3590, Drinking Water Infrastructure Act of 2020, providing for an advanced drinking water technology grant program for public water systems adapting to new, emerging technologies for treatment, monitoring, affordability, efficiency and safety of drinking water.
Issues relating to support of increased funding for programs financing drinking water infrastructure included in H.R. 2, Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act (INVEST in America Act). Support of amendment 143 to HR 2, that expands the review of construction materials procurement under Section 1617 to cover programs administered by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Agriculture. Ensures this review would not impact Buy America provisions or State and local authority.
Issues relating to in-line drinking water infrastructure technology being considered a demonstrated beneficial technology.
Issues relating to requirements and definitions for service line replacement under the Safe Drinking Water Act Pub. L. 93-523.
Issues relating to certified materials receiving a designation as an approved material for water utilities use.
Issues relating to public education and outreach materials to drinking water ratepayers, that should include information and data acknowledging and encouraging use of innovative, certified drinking water technologies that prevent entry of contaminants to drinking water as well as those that remove contaminants from drinking water.
Issues relating to incentives being provided to water utilities engaging with EPA water programs that practice under open competition, actively consider all certified drinking water infrastructure technologies in asset management plans that meet the goals of protecting public health from contaminants and are efficient and cost-effective.
Issues relating to how the drinking water industry will benefit from clarity of legal and regulatory expectations for the use of current and future certified drinking water technologies.
Issues relating to federal government policies that help states and localities move forward into more modern-day procurement practices and technologies.
Issues relating to successful seismic testing on water main lining technology.
Issues relating to provisions in S. 3590, Drinking Water Infrastructure Act of 2020 (DWIA) that makes permanent the American Iron and Steel requirements (Buy American) for the Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund.
Issues related to S 2596 that improve drinking water infrastructure through partnerships.
Issues relating to EPA proposing a rule to provide greater clarity and transparency in how the agency produces guidance documents.
Issues relating to possible research project lining lead service lines in EPA Region 2.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
1st Quarter, 2020
In Q1, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on April 16, 2020.
Original Filing: 301168437.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to use of certified, trenchless, structural lining technology to rehabilitate drinking water mains are available options for water systems asset management plans.
Issues relating to use of certified Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) liners to rehabilitate service lines.
Issues relating to the inclusion of certified drinking water technologies that effectively extend integrity and service life of aging deteriorating drinking water conveyance systems in a comprehensive infrastructure package.
Issues relating to inclusion of provisions relating to clean water infrastructure into S. 2302, America's Transportation Infrastructure Act, and inclusion of S 2302 into a comprehensive infrastructure package.
Issues relating to public comments submitted to EPA and EPA reviewer responses to National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, Docket ID: EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300.
Issues relating to provisions in Water Resources Development Act 2020 requiring EPA reports identifying and detailing certified drinking water infrastructure technologies for use by water utilities.
Issues relating to inclusion of HR 2741, Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrow's America Act into a comprehensive infrastructure package.
Issues relating to water utilities engaging with EPA water programs (DWSRF, WIFIA, AWIA) are practicing under open competition and actively considering multiple, available certified technologies that meet the goals of protecting public health from drinking water contaminants, are cost-effective and provide green infrastructure.
Issues relating to the requirements found at 40 CFR 141.84 for replacement of lead service lines.
Issues relating to the document, EPA Strategies to Achieve Full Lead Service Line Replacement, published by EPA alongside the Lead and Copper Rule, Docket No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300.
Issues relating to comparative assessment of greenhouse gas emissions associated with the use of potable water service lining systems as compared with open-cut excavation for replacement of lead pipes.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
4th Quarter, 2019
In Q4, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2020.
Original Filing: 301123187.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to use of certified, trenchless, structural lining technology to rehabilitate drinking water mains are available options for water systems asset management plans.
Issues relating to use of certified Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) liners to rehabilitate service lines.
Issues relating to the inclusion of all drinking water technologies that effectively extend integrity and service life of aging deteriorating drinking water conveyance systems in a comprehensive infrastructure package.
Issues relating to EPA clarification in lead and copper rule that certified drinking water service line rehabilitation technologies are available options for water systems lead service line replacement plans. asset management plans.
Issues relating to a 2016 report on effectiveness of lining lead service lines in Louisville, KY in 2008.
Issues relating to the cost-effectiveness of trenchless technology concluded by EPA in 2012 report on Cleveland, OH project.
Issues relating to EPA and Water Research Foundation evaluation (2017) of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) lining of lead service lines. There are needed clarifications in the EPA / Water Research Foundation Evaluation (2017) of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) lining of lead service lines making it clear PET lining is made from Virgin PET not recycled PET. This is needed to pass the stringent NSF-61 Standard. Also, the Grade of PET used in our expandable pressure pipe PET liner is a specific crystalline PET, not Amorphous PET.
Issues relating to the lead and copper rule (40 CFR 141.84) including:
Requirements for service line replacement under the Safe Drinking Water Act will be defined to include technologies that functionally remove and replace the interface between a service pipe and the water with a new permanent barrier between the water delivered and the interior of the piping.
If a material receives proper certifications such as American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) F-1216 and National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)-61 and prove that lead contaminants are removed in compliance with the lead and copper rule that material is an approved material for water utilities use.
EPA acknowledges and encourages innovation in drinking water technologies that prevent entry of contaminants to drinking water as well as those that remove contaminants from drinking water.
EPA provides incentives for innovation and use of environmentally-friendly drinking water technologies.
Water utilities engaging with EPA water programs (DWSRF, WIFIA, AWIA) are practicing under open competition and actively considering multiple available certified technologies that meet the goals of protecting public health from drinking water contaminants, are efficient and cost-effective.
and lead service line replacement/rehabilitation.
Issues relating to pre-publication version of Docket No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300, Lead and Copper Rule and the opportunities it presents for policy discussions on innovative drinking water technologies.
Issues relating EPA's role in recognizing demonstrated beneficial technologies that are certified, environmentally-friendly, safe & cost efficient and eliminate contact of drinking water with lead or copper pipes. Adapting to this type of innovation will help alleviate escalating future costs of needed drinking water infrastructure that are passed on to water ratepayers.
Issues relating to use of NSF 61- approved class-B semi-structural, non-epoxy coating liner with inside diameters from 12" to 2". The technology is an expandable pressure pipe made with virgin Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), It can be installed in steel, copper, plastic and lead pipes, and in lengths up to 300 ft. and can be used to prevent drinking water from contact with lead and to rehabilitate leaking service lines.
Issues relating to use of NSF 61- approved Class IV structural liner for the rehabilitation of drinking water mains. The technology is a fully structural composite material liner that uses trenchless methods to renew the water mains system. The diameter is between 6-to-24 inches and operating pressure is tested at greater than 150 psi.
Issues relating to the requirements found at 40 CFR 141.84 for replacement of lead service lines.
Issues relating to the 2017 EPA & Water Research Foundation report, Evaluation of Lead Service Line Lining, not listed as a resource in the recently released lead and copper rule revisions Docket No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300.
Issues relating to the document, EPA Strategies to Achieve Full Lead Service Line Replacement, published by EPA alongside the Lead and Copper Rule, Docket No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300. EPA should have included the policy discussion in the proposed rule as opposed to a separate document.
Issues relating to the definition of Best available technology or (BAT), 40 CFR 141.2. BAT means the best technology, treatment techniques, or other means which the Administrator finds, after examination for efficacy under field conditions and not solely under laboratory conditions, are available (taking cost into consideration). For the purposes of setting Maximum Contaminant Levels for synthetic organic chemicals, any BAT must be at least as effective as granular activated carbon.
Issues relating to the addition of definitions for replace and rehabilitate at 40 CFR 141.2 Definitions.
Issues relating to the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f et seq. (1974) Section 1459B (a)(2)(ii) regarding the replacement of lead service lines that grants the EPA Administrator authority to determine testing, planning or other relevant activities that identify and address conditions that increase concentrations of lead in water for human consumption.
Support EPA strengthening consumer awareness and public education in Docket No. EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300, Lead and Copper Rule. When EPA strengthens consumer awareness that means informing consumers, ratepayers and homeowners about all drinking water infrastructure technologies, including lining that are available to consumers to reduce lead contaminants in their drinking water.
Acknowledge EPA is correct that homeowners need to be engaged with actions to reduce lead levels in drinking water because in most communities homeowners own portions of the lead service line.
Support EPA in proposing water systems develop an inventory of LSLs and preparing and submitting a LSL replacement (LSLR) plan. Using trenchless technologies can speed the time in which lead contamination can be stopped and therefore speed up removing the health hazard from public exposure.
Issues relating to replacing lead service lines with copper pipes that also will eventually corrode.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
3rd Quarter, 2019
In Q3, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Oct. 10, 2019.
Original Filing: 301064459.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to use of certified, trenchless, structural lining technology to rehabilitate drinking water mains.
Issues relating to use of certified Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) liners to rehabilitate service lines.
Issues relating to the inclusion of all drinking water technologies that effectively extend integrity and service life of aging deteriorating drinking water conveyance systems in a comprehensive infrastructure package.
Inquiries about HR 2741, Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrow's America Act that would substantially increase funding in the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF).
Issues relating to the lead and copper rule (40 CFR 141.84) including:
Requirements for service line replacement under the Safe Drinking Water Act will be defined to include technologies that functionally remove and replace the interface between a service pipe and the water with a new permanent barrier between the water delivered and the interior of the piping.
If a material receives proper certifications such as American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) F-1216 and National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)-61 and prove that lead contaminants are removed in compliance with the lead and copper rule that material is an approved material for water utilities use.
EPA acknowledges and encourages innovation in drinking water technologies that prevent entry of contaminants to drinking water as well as those that remove contaminants from drinking water.
EPA provides incentives for innovation and use of environmentally-friendly drinking water technologies.
Water utilities engaging with EPA water programs (DWSRF, WIFIA, AWIA) are practicing under open competition and actively considering multiple available certified technologies that meet the goals of protecting public health from drinking water contaminants, are efficient and cost-effective.
and lead service line replacement/rehabilitation.
Issues relating to the cost-effectiveness of trenchless technology concluded by EPA in 2012 report on Cleveland, OH project.
Issues relating to EPA and Water Research Foundation evaluation (2017) of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) lining of lead service lines.
Issues relating to the authorized level of appropriations for DWSRF under America's Water Infrastructure Act.
Issues relating to geographic regions of the U.S. where health related violations under the lead and copper rule are prominent.
Issues relating to incentives for using green infrastructure included in HR 3052 making FY 2020 appropriations for Interior and Environment and Related Agencies.
and state's discretion to develop their own criteria.
Issues relating to EPA's indifference to certified technologies used by water systems to successfully separate contaminant source from delivered drinking water.
Issues relating to EPA clarification in lead and copper rule that certified drinking water main and service line rehabilitation technologies are available options for water systems asset management plans.
Issues relating EPA's role in recognizing demonstrated beneficial technologies that are certified, environmentally-friendly, energy & cost efficient and eliminate contact of drinking water with lead or copper pipes.
Issues relating to standards including American Society for Testing and Materials and International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials for polyethylene terephthalate pipe lining.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
2nd Quarter, 2019
In Q2, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on July 21, 2019.
Original Filing: 301053475.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to the use of trenchless, structural lining technology to rehabilitate drinking water mains and service lines that effectively extend integrity and service life of aging deteriorating drinking water conveyance systems.
Issues relating to the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) FY 2019 Notice of Funding Availability.
Issues relating to the inclusion of all drinking water technologies that effectively extend integrity and service life of aging deteriorating drinking water conveyance systems in a comprehensive infrastructure package.
Issues relating to the 2009 research project supporting EPA goal of better management by expending & accelerating development, evaluation & acceptance of innovative technologies that effectively extend integrity & service life of aging and deteriorating drinking water conveyance systems.
Issues relating to the lead and copper rule (40 CFR 141.84)and lead service line replacement.
Issues relating to the cost-effectiveness of trenchless technology concluded by EPA in 2012 report on Cleveland, OH project.
Issues relating to EPA and Water Research Foundation evaluation (2017) of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) lining of lead service lines.
Issues relating to the differences between between programs authorized under America's Water Infrastructure Act, Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) and State Drinking Water Revolving Fund.
Issues relating to geographic regions of the U.S. where health related violations under the lead and copper rule are prominent.
Issues relating to green infrastructure and state's discretion to develop their own criteria.
Issues relating to EPA's indifference to certified technologies used by water systems to successfully separate contaminant source from delivered drinking water.
Issues relating to EPA acknowledgement in lead and copper rule that drinking water mains and service lines rehabilitation technologies should be integral, cost saving option for water systems asset management plans.
Issues relating to conceptual draft recognizing demonstrated beneficial technologies that are certified, environmentally-friendly, energy & cost efficient and eliminate contact of drinking water with lead or copper pipes.
Issues relating to standards including American Society for Testing and Materials and International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials for polyethylene terephthalate pipe lining.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
1st Quarter, 2019
In Q1, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on April 20, 2019.
Original Filing: 301032447.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to the use of trenchless lining technology to rehabilitate drinking water service lines.
Issues relating to the federal government shutdown and impacts on the timing of publication of the lead and copper rule.
Issues relating to the inclusion and timing of drinking water infrastructure projects in a comprehensive infrastructure package.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
4th Quarter, 2018
In Q4, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2019.
Original Filing: 301011131.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule that open competition & allow all approved materials used to replace and rehabilitate drinking water service lines to compete and achieve the goal of reducing contaminants in drinking water.
General issues relating to HR 7279, Water infrastructure Improvement Act and clarity of Clean Water Act wastewater and stormwater standards.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
3rd Quarter, 2018
In Q3, Cansler Consulting, LLC lobbied for Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd. . The report was filed on Oct. 19, 2018.
Original Filing: 300990894.xml
Lobbying Issues
Issues relating to revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule that open competition & allow all approved materials used to replace and rehabilitate drinking water service lines to compete and achieve the goal of reducing contaminants in drinking water.
Agencies Lobbied
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
3rd Quarter, 2018
Cansler Consulting, LLC filed a lobbying registration on Oct. 3, 2018 to represent Flow-Liner Systems, Ltd., effective Sept. 10, 2018.
Original Filing: 300982647.xml
Issue(s) they said they’d lobby about: Issues relating to structural lining of drinking water service lines. .
Source: Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives and Secretary of the Senate
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