Congresswoman Gwen Moore Praises Biden Administration Effort to Remove Lead Pipes in 10 Years
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed an updated lead and copper rule that will support the removal of America’s lead pipes in ten years. The rule would also impose stricter standards on utilities, lower the level at which water utilities must take certain actions to address lead in water, require utilities to develop and maintain accurate inventories of where lead pipes are located, and require more robust water testing efforts and communication with consumers connected to a lead service line.
Nov 30th, 2023 by U.S. Rep. Gwen MooreBiden-Harris Administration Announces Partnership with 10 Wisconsin Communities to Accelerate Lead Service Line Replacement as Part of Investing in America Agenda
New partnership will help communities access funds from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for lead service line removal and replacement
Nov 2nd, 2023 by U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyEvers, DNR Announce $402 Million Funding to Improve Local Drinking Water
Funding from Safe Drinking Water Loan Program will address PFAS, lead and nitrates.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerHow EPA’s Proposed Lead Dust Rules Would Impact Wisconsin
Biden administration seeks to lower threshold of lead considered hazardous in buildings.
Aug 30th, 2023 by Farrah AndersonCity Regulators Can Require Fixing of Lead Hazards — If They Can Find Landlords
Out-of-state landlords, ever-changing owners elude Milwaukee Health Department.
Aug 29th, 2023 by Farrah AndersonMPS Hopeful New Filters Will Keep Water Safe
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions donates $2.2 million dollars in water filtration systems to schools.
Aug 29th, 2023 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioCity Seeks Firm To Manage Its Accelerating Lead Pipe Replacements
New funding would allow program to double in size by 2025. Will council change plan?
Aug 9th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneCity Unveils Latest Lead Lateral Plan
With added federal funding, Water Works can now replace more laterals each year, but which ones?
May 24th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneNew Emergency Housing For Those With Lead Poisoning
Community Advocates expanding its portfolio of temporary housing.
May 8th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneState Will Get $139 Million Federal Funds for Water Infrastructure
Around $81 million will be set aside for replacement of lead pipes.
Apr 9th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioSenator Baldwin Helps Deliver Over $62 Million for Clean Drinking Water in Wisconsin
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding will be used by communities across the state to address PFAS, replace lead laterals
Feb 24th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinMilwaukee Faces Complicated Question On What Lead Pipes To Replace Next
Milwaukee Water Works hopes to grow replacements by almost 50% in 2024.
Feb 23rd, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneRevitalize Milwaukee Plots Major Expansion
Home-repair organization adding lead abatement, energy efficiency improvements and more.
Feb 10th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneSenator Baldwin Supports New Initiative to Accelerate Lead Pipe Removal in Wisconsin
Wisconsin communities will receive support to access fair share of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds for lead pipe removal
Jan 27th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWisconsin Communities Act to Prevent Lead Poisoning
DHS experts to tour properties that are part of the Lead-Safe Homes Program and child care centers testing for lead in drinking water
Aug 17th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Health ServicesDNR Releases Annual Drinking Water Report
Agency, Partners Tackle Safe Drinking Water Challenges
Aug 1st, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesLead Enforcement Ordinance brings consequences for landlords’ inaction
Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez July 28, 2022
Jul 28th, 2022 by Common Council President Jose PerezNew Penalties For Landlords Who Don’t Fix Lead Hazards
Fees, citations, even demolition for non-compliance after child tests positive for lead.
Jul 26th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneCongresswoman Gwen Moore Secures Key Investments and Vital Resources for Milwaukee in House-passed FY 2023 Omnibus Funding Package
Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore voted to pass H.R. 8294, a six-bill appropriations minibus. This package includes the following six appropriations bills: Transportation-HUD; Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA; Energy and Water Development; Financial Services and General Government; Interior-Environment; and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs.
Jul 20th, 2022 by U.S. Rep. Gwen MooreBiden’s Infrastructure Czar Visits City, Touts Lead Lateral Funding
City has replaced 524 laterals this year, but Biden administration says that will greatly increase with federal funding.
Jul 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene$2 Million Grant Will Train Minorities, Help Replace Lead Laterals
Federal infrastructure funds help Milwaukee Water Works expand, diversify workforce.
May 31st, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneForeclosed Home Will House Those Displaced By Lead Abatement
Community Advocates will buy, rehab city-owned home for temporarily displaced families.
Apr 12th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneLead Program Investigation Closed Without Criminal Charges
But investigation confirms program was mismanaged.
Mar 24th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneAG Kaul Calls on EPA to Strengthen Protections Against Childhood Lead Poisoning
March 17, 2022
Mar 17th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of JusticeTesting Kids For Lead Poisoning Declined During Pandemic
25% reduction in lead tests in state compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Mar 12th, 2022 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public RadioFederal Funding for Lead Pipe Removal Likely a Year Away
But Milwaukee Water Works officials were encouraged by show of confidence from VP Harris.
Jan 26th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneUSDA Secretary Touts Lead Removal Funding
Sec. Tom Vilsack visits Bloomer, Wis. announcing $28 million for lead pipe removal.
Dec 17th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio