The EPA is recognizing excellence and innovation in clean water and drinking water infrastructure projects through the AQUARIUS and PISCES award programs

The $6.5 billion in new funding will help ensure communities have access to clean and safe drinking water

Also in this week's sewer and water news, the Tampa (Florida) City Council wants to permanently stop a proposal to turn treated wastewater into tap water

Also in this month's sewer and water news, as health concerns escalate after a train derailment in Ohio spilled hazardous chemicals, utilities across state lines are enhancing water quality monitoring

Also in this week's sewer and water news, New York City's mayor launches a temporary water bill amnesty program to help residents save on overdue water bills

So far $5.5 billion has been awarded through the law to modernize the nation’s infrastructure, create good-paying jobs, combat the climate crisis and advance environmental justice

Also in this week's sewer and water news, the NOAA and partners release a new handbook for national climate resilience

Also in this week's sewer and water news, the City of Jackson, Mississippi, is targeting $100 million in federal funding to address its water crisis