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EPA announces decision to set regulatory drinking water standards for PFAS
On February 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it will propose regulatory drinking water standards for two toxic chemicals known as PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. -
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Chinese restrictions bring changes to county recycling
The recent crackdown on U.S. recycled materials to China has impacted counties, forcing localities to either invest in resources to reduce contamination of recyclables or limit recycling services.
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Workshop
An Insider's Look at FEMA: What to Do When a Disaster Strikes
The FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Program provides aid to counties in the wake of major disasters to help in recovery efforts. This workshop explores the PA process, what systems counties should have in place before a disaster and how the process has changed with implementation of the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018. -
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EPA Regulations to Watch
There are several regulatory proposals pending at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that will directly impact counties. During this workshop, attendees will learn about pending air regulations that impact local governments and receive an update on the implementation of the Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) rule. -
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Rethinking Recycling: County Response to China's Ban on Recycling Imports
County recycling programs around the country have taken a hit after China’s crackdown on U.S. recyclable materials. Today, recyclables bring in nearly half of what they did in early 2017, causing U.S. recyclable markets to dissipate.
