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EPA proposes rescinding drinking-water regulatory determinations/related NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixtures (incl. PFBS)
EPA issued a proposed rule (signed May 18, 2026 per EPA materials) to rescind the SDWA regulatory determinations and remove related NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX chemicals), and Hazard Index mixtures involving PFHxS/PFNA/HFPO‑DA plus PFBS. Compliance teams at water utilities and impacted stakeholders should track the proposed rollback of these components of the PFAS drinking water framework, prepare comments, and reassess compliance planning contingent on final rule outcomes. EPA materials indicate a public comment process and a virtual public hearing with pre-registration deadline details.
EPA proposes rescinding NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and Hazard Index mixtures (incl. PFBS)
EPA announced a proposed rule to rescind regulatory determinations and remove related NPDWR provisions (including MCLGs/MCLs and associated requirements) for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture approach (PFHxS/PFNA/HFPO‑DA plus PFBS). The proposal is open for public comment (60-day period following Federal Register publication) and includes a virtual public hearing scheduled for July 7, 2026 (registration deadline July 1, 2026). Compliance teams at public water systems and supporting vendors should track whether drinking-water obligations for these PFAS components are removed or modified, and consider participating in the comment/hearing process.
EPA proposes rescinding drinking-water regulatory determinations/provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixture (incl. PFBS); comment deadline and hearing dates set
EPA issued a proposed rule under the Safe Drinking Water Act to rescind the regulatory determinations and remove related provisions from the 2024 PFAS drinking water regulation for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture of these PFAS (including PFBS). EPA set a public comment deadline and scheduled a public hearing with preregistration, creating near-term stakeholder action items for water systems, states/primacy agencies, and impacted entities tracking NPDWR scope changes.
US EPA proposes rescinding SDWA/NPDWR determinations and related drinking-water standards for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixtures (incl. PFBS)
EPA issued a proposed rule under the Safe Drinking Water Act to rescind the regulatory determinations and remove related regulatory provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture approach (including PFBS). If finalized, the proposal would remove the MCLGs/MCLs and associated monitoring/treatment/reporting requirements in 40 CFR Parts 141 and 142 that apply exclusively to those PFAS determinations, while leaving PFOA and PFOS MCLGs/MCLs unchanged. Compliance teams supporting drinking-water utilities and related supply chains should assess impacts to PFAS monitoring, treatment planning, primacy implementation activities, and customer communication, and consider participating in the comment process.
EPA proposes federal exemption framework to extend PFOA/PFOS MCL compliance deadline from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031; hearing set for July 7, 2026
EPA issued a proposed rule that would keep the PFOA and PFOS MCLs but create a federal exemption approach allowing eligible public water systems to request a two-year extension of the compliance deadline from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031. EPA also announced a virtual public hearing for July 7, 2026 with pre-registration due by July 1, 2026. Drinking water compliance programs should evaluate eligibility and planning impacts, as this proposal would change key compliance timing assumptions for PFOA/PFOS treatment and related capital planning if finalized.
EPA proposes rescinding NPDWR determinations/provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixture (incl. PFBS)
EPA issued a proposed rule to rescind Safe Drinking Water Act regulatory determinations and remove associated provisions in the 2024 PFAS NPDWR that are exclusive to PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX chemicals), and the Hazard Index mixture approach (mixtures including these PFAS plus PFBS). If finalized, this would change the scope of federally regulated PFAS drinking-water requirements by removing/altering monitoring/treatment/other NPDWR obligations tied to these specific PFAS/HI components (while leaving PFOA/PFOS requirements outside the scope of this proposal). EPA opened a written public comment process (60-day comment period after Federal Register publication) and scheduled a virtual public hearing for July 7, 2026 (speaker pre-registration deadline July 1, 2026; docket EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654).
EPA proposes federal exemption framework extending PFOA/PFOS MCL compliance deadline from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031
EPA proposed a rule (signed May 18, 2026 per EPA materials) to keep the PFOA and PFOS MCLs while creating a federal exemption mechanism that would allow eligible water systems additional time to comply—extending the compliance deadline from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031. Compliance teams should evaluate eligibility criteria described by EPA, prepare for the public comment/hearing process, and reassess implementation project timelines and interim mitigation expectations during any exemption period.
EPA proposes rescinding NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixture (incl. PFBS)
EPA issued a proposed rule to rescind SDWA regulatory determinations and remove associated PFAS NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX chemicals), and the Hazard Index mixture (PFHxS+PFNA+HFPO‑DA+PFBS). If finalized, this would remove related drinking-water requirements (e.g., monitoring/compliance obligations) for those constituents under the 2024 PFAS NPDWR while leaving PFOA/PFOS elements unaffected per the proposal description. Compliance teams at public water systems and supporting laboratories should track the proposal and participate in the comment/hearing process because finalization could materially change which PFAS parameters are regulated under the federal NPDWR.
EPA proposes rescinding NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixtures (incl. PFBS); hearing set for July 7, 2026
EPA issued a proposed rule under the Safe Drinking Water Act to rescind prior regulatory determinations and remove associated NPDWR provisions (including MCLs/MCLGs and related monitoring/treatment/reporting requirements) for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX chemicals), and Hazard Index mixtures of these PFAS plus PFBS. EPA also announced a virtual public hearing scheduled for July 7, 2026 with a pre-registration deadline of July 1, 2026. Compliance teams supporting public water systems and product/utility stakeholders should monitor the docket and proposal closely because it would remove federal drinking-water requirements for these PFAS if finalized and could alter monitoring, treatment, and public notification planning.
EPA proposes rescinding NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and Hazard Index mixtures (incl. PFBS); hearing scheduled
EPA issued a proposed rule under SDWA to rescind the 2024 PFAS NPDWR regulatory determinations and remove related regulatory provisions that are specific to PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture requirement (PFHxS + PFNA + HFPO‑DA + PFBS). The proposal includes a written comment period (stated as 60 days after Federal Register publication) and schedules a virtual public hearing for July 7, 2026 (EPA page also notes pre-registration by July 1, 2026). Compliance teams at water utilities and affected stakeholders should track this rulemaking because it could remove federal monitoring/compliance obligations tied to these PFAS/Hazard Index elements if finalized, changing sampling plans, treatment planning, and reporting expectations.
EPA proposed rescinding 2024 NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixtures (incl. PFBS)
EPA issued a proposed rule to rescind the SDWA regulatory determinations and remove associated 2024 PFAS NPDWR provisions covering PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and Hazard Index mixtures that include PFBS. The proposal initiates a public comment process (60 days after Federal Register publication per EPA materials) and includes a scheduled virtual public hearing on July 7, 2026 with preregistration by July 1, 2026. Compliance teams at public water systems and supporting consultants should track this rulemaking closely because, if finalized, it would roll back federal drinking-water standard provisions for these PFAS/mixture components, changing monitoring/treatment/planning assumptions under the 2024 NPDWR framework.
US EPA proposes federal exemption framework to extend PFOA/PFOS MCL compliance date from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031
EPA issued a proposed rule to create a federal exemption framework under the 2024 PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) allowing eligible public water systems to request an extension of the PFOA and PFOS MCL compliance date from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031, without changing the MCL values (4.0 ppt each for PFOA and PFOS). EPA also scheduled a virtual public hearing for July 7, 2026 with pre‑registration deadline July 1, 2026, and indicated a 60‑day comment period after Federal Register publication. Drinking water systems and compliance teams should assess eligibility criteria, plan for exemption requests (if finalized), and understand interim control-measure expectations described by EPA during the exemption period.
CARB issues updated auction notice for Joint Auction of allowances scheduled May 20, 2026 (update issued May 15, 2026)
CARB published an updated Auction Notice for the California Cap-and-Invest Program and Québec Cap-and-Trade System Joint Auction (#47) scheduled for May 20, 2026. The notice update (issued May 15, 2026) provides current auction logistics and schedule details relevant for approved bidders and compliance entities relying on auctions for allowance acquisition planning.
Emerging Technology Technical Advisory Committee (ETTAC) meeting notice signals potential future EAR/CCL revisions; written statements invited
BIS published a Federal Register notice announcing an Emerging Technology Technical Advisory Committee (ETTAC) meeting (including an open session and a closed session). While not an EAR text amendment, the notice is compliance-relevant as it indicates the committee will discuss potential revisions to export control policies and pre-decisional changes to the Commerce Control List/EAR. The notice invites submission of written statements for consideration (by the stated deadline for timely distribution). Compliance teams may wish to monitor outputs from ETTAC activity as an early indicator of possible future CCL/EAR changes affecting emerging technologies.
EPA BABA Resources page updated to announce EPA OFA BABA inbox sunset date (Dec 31, 2026)
EPA updated its BABA Resources page to communicate an administrative/compliance-support change: the EPA Office of the Administrator (OFA) BABA inbox will sunset on Dec. 31, 2026, with inquiries redirected per EPA instructions. This affects how recipients, contractors, and suppliers seek official assistance/interpretations and may require updating internal escalation paths and contact references in compliance procedures and bid/contract templates.
EPA updates Extended Battery Producer Responsibility (EPR) Framework page (last updated May 12, 2026) outlining ongoing voluntary framework development
The U.S. EPA updated its Extended Battery Producer Responsibility (EPR) Framework webpage (last updated May 12, 2026) describing ongoing development—alongside the U.S. Department of Energy—of a voluntary national battery EPR framework (mandated for development under federal infrastructure legislation). While not a binding regulation, the framework can influence state EPR program design and producer stewardship expectations (e.g., reporting, collection models, financing, performance goals). Battery producers and downstream manufacturers should track framework evolution and engagement opportunities as it may shape future EPR alignment and market expectations.
Education Department seeks comment on BABAA Waiver Request Form information collection
The Department of Education published a Federal Register notice seeking public comment on the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) Domestic Sourcing Requirements Waiver Request Form information collection. The notice solicits comments on the proposed data collection for waiver requests under BABA domestic sourcing requirements, allowing the public to provide input on the burden estimates and collection methodology.
EPA proposes rescinding SDWA/NPDWR determinations and related drinking-water standards for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixture (incl. PFBS)
EPA posted a proposed rule to rescind SDWA regulatory determinations and associated provisions of the 2024 PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) that apply to PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and the Hazard Index mixture (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA plus PFBS). If finalized, this would remove the MCLs/MCLGs and related monitoring/treatment obligations that are specific to these PFAS/mixture, while leaving PFOA and PFOS provisions intact. Compliance teams supporting water utilities, product stewardship, and risk communication should monitor the docket and comment/hearing process because it could materially change monitoring and treatment programs built around these four components.
RMI CMRT template download page is gated behind Terms & Conditions; current version/release info not publicly extractable
RMI’s official CMRT landing/download page requires accepting Terms & Conditions and does not expose the current CMRT version number, release date, changelog, or direct download links in publicly extractable content. For compliance teams, this means CMRT version change control cannot be validated from the open page content alone; teams should reference this official landing page for controlled access to the latest CMRT and retain internal evidence (downloaded file metadata, screenshots, or controlled copies) to support supplier survey/version governance.
OEHHA issues Notice of Intent to list “welding fumes” as a carcinogen under Proposition 65 (Labor Code mechanism) and opens public comment period
OEHHA published a Notice of Intent (NOI) indicating it intends to list “welding fumes” as a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer using the Labor Code mechanism incorporated into Proposition 65. OEHHA opened a public comment period (comments due by June 8, 2026). If the listing proceeds, businesses involved in activities, products, or workplaces that may result in significant exposures to welding fumes may need to assess exposure scenarios and potential Proposition 65 warning obligations once any listing becomes effective and applicable warning timelines run.