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The Clean Water Act is a United States federal statute enacted in 1972 to reduce levels of toxic substances in the nation's water supply and to prevent high levels of new contamination.  The CWA seeks to... more +
The Clean Water Act is a United States federal statute enacted in 1972 to reduce levels of toxic substances in the nation's water supply and to prevent high levels of new contamination.  The CWA seeks to accomplish its stated goals by preventing point and nonpoint pollution sources, assisting wastewater treatment facilities and maintaining wetlands. less -
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Powering Tomorrow—The White House AI Action Plan's Ambitious Vision for U.S. Infrastructure

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The White House recently unveiled “America’s AI Action Plan,” a comprehensive strategy designed to secure United States leadership in the global artificial intelligence race. The plan is built on three foundational pillars:...more

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Dredging Ahead: Army Corps Proposes to Reissue Nationwide Permits

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The federal government is continuing to implement President Donald Trump’s Unleashing American Energy mandate to promote domestic energy and infrastructure projects. On June 18, 2025, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers...more

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Clean Water Act/U.S. House of Representatives: Association of Clean Water Administrators Identifies 14 Pending Bills

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The Association of Clean Water Administrators (“ACWA”) has identified 14 bills proposing to amend the Clean Water Act pending in the United States House of Representatives. The bills are described in the ACWA publication...more

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Waters of the United States/Clean Water Act: Associated General Contractors of America Comments Addressing Potential Revisions

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The Association of General Contractors of America (“AGC”) submitted April 23rd comments to the United States Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (“collectively, “EPA”) regarding potential...more

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Mind Over Matter: Executive Order Seeks to Reframe Regulatory Criminal Enforcement

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On May 9, 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order entitled “Fighting Overcriminalization in Federal Regulations” (the Order), which directs federal agencies to reassess how and when criminal penalties are applied to...more

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Trump Administration’s Clean Water Act Regulations Ebb Into View

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The Trump administration’s strategy regarding the scope of the “waters of the United States,” which defines the geographic jurisdiction of the Clean Water Act, is coming into focus, but true clarity appears a long way off. ...more

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Waters of the United States/Clean Water Act: Association of Clean Water Administrators Comments Addressing Potential Revisions

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The Association of Clean Water Administrators (“ACWA”) submitted May 15th comments to the Untied States Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ( collectively, “EPA”) regarding potential revisions to...more

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What’s WOTUS Got to Do with It? Impact of Recent Clean Water Act Regulatory Changes on Renewable Energy Development

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Closing out our Earth Week series this year, we provide an update on recent Clean Water Act regulatory developments and discuss their impact on renewable energy development....more

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Republican AGs Urge EPA to Recognize Greater State Control over Waterways

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A group of 18 Republican AGs and the Arizona legislature submitted a comment letter in response to the EPA’s request for feedback on the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS), which determines which water bodies...more

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Environmental Update: Regulatory Notes – April 2025

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April has proven a busy month for environmental issues when it comes to the regulatory arena. Below are just a few of the notable developments:...more

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Listening Sessions Scheduled to Discuss Waters of the United States (WOTUS)

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As referenced in last month’s publication, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of the Army (Army) will be hosting numerous separate listening sessions with key stakeholders starting next...more

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California Environmental Law & Policy Update 4.18.25

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The Trump administration is moving to effectively eliminate a crucial protection in the half-century-old federal Endangered Species Act by redefining a single word: harm. A proposed rule, issued this Wednesday from the U.S....more

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EPA to Hold Listening Sessions for Stakeholders on Implementation of Sackett

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Beginning on April 29, 2025, the EPA will hold a series of six listening sessions to receive input from stakeholders on key topics related to the regulation of “waters of the United States” (or “WOTUS”) in the wake of the...more

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White House Issues Memorandum Directing Federal Agencies to Repeal Regulations Deemed to be Unlawful Pursuant to Recent U.S....

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On April 9, the White House issued a memorandum directing federal executive departments and agencies to repeal regulations deemed unlawful pursuant to certain U.S. Supreme Court decisions. This directive aims to address...more

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Defining Waters of the United States: EPA and Army Corps Seek Public Input on New WOTUS Rule

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After more than 50 years, EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers (“the Agencies”) continue to struggle to find a durable definition of “waters of the United States” (“WOTUS”) in the Clean Water Act, leaving the regulated...more

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95th Arkansas General Assembly/Wastewater/Sewer Retail Providers: Legislation Introduced to Provide Oversight

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House Bill 1701 has been introduced that would add a Subchapter 1 to Arkansas Title 14, Chapter 239 titled: Oversight of Wastewater and Sewer Retail Providers. The Bill’s sponsors include: Representative Gonzales...more

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