Accelerating Lead Pipe Replacement for Safer Drinking Water in America

I am writing to express my support for the recent proposal by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to strengthen the Lead and Copper Rule. This critical initiative, part of the Biden-Harris Administration's efforts, aims to replace all lead pipes in America within the next decade, ensuring safe drinking water for our communities. The proposal encompasses several key measures, including accelerated lead pipe replacement, lowered action levels for lead, improved tap sampling protocols, and enhanced public health protections. This comprehensive approach, supported by a significant investment of $15 billion through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, is not only a public health imperative but also a step towards environmental justice. It's heartening to see that cities like Newark, NJ, Benton Harbor, MI, and Green Bay, WI have successfully implemented similar measures. This national effort underscores the urgent need to address the long-term effects of lead exposure, particularly in children and disadvantaged communities. I urge you to support this landmark proposal by the EPA. Your advocacy and action in Congress can play a pivotal role in safeguarding the health of our nation and ensuring that every American has access to clean, safe drinking water. Thank you for considering my views on this matter of utmost importance.