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Earth.OrgApr 1, 2026

What to Know About the EPA’s Proposed Revision of the Clean Water Act

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the proposed revision to narrow Clean Water Act protections in compliance with recent court rulings.

What to Know About the EPA’s Proposed Revision of the Clean Water Act
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The EPA is proposing a significant narrowing of Clean Water Act protections for wetlands and streams to align with a 2023 Supreme Court ruling. This move sparks debate over reduced regulatory costs versus increased risks to drinking water and ecosystems.

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