EPA proposed federal exemption framework to extend PFOA/PFOS MCL compliance deadline to April 26, 2031

EPA proposed a rule that would create a federal exemption framework allowing eligible public water systems additional time to comply with the PFOA and PFOS maximum contaminant levels (MCLs), extending the compliance deadline to April 26, 2031 for approved systems. This is a significant timeline/implementation change for utilities planning treatment upgrades and capital projects. The proposal is accompanied by EPA supporting materials (pre-publication FR notice and FAQs) and uses a formal rulemaking docket process.