EPA tentatively approves Arkansas drinking water program update

Official title: Public Water System Supervision Program Revision for the State of Arkansas

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says it intends to approve a revision to Arkansas's Public Water System Supervision program, which oversees public drinking water systems in the state. Arkansas has adopted the EPA's Consumer Confidence Report Rule Revisions, and EPA has found them no less stringent than the federal rules. Comments or requests for a public hearing are due by November 23, 2026. If no proper hearing request is received, the approval becomes final and EPA will announce the effective date.