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This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), a landmark federal law enacted in 1974 that established critical protections for drinking water quality in the United States. The resolution recognizes the SDWA's pivotal role in safeguarding public health by regulating contaminants in public water systems, establishing national drinking water standards, and requiring regular testing. It highlights California's leadership in implementing and expanding the act's provisions, including Governor Newsom's investments in drinking water infrastructure, particularly in disadvantaged communities, and the California Environmental Protection Agency's (CalEPA) focus on equity and environmental justice. The resolution celebrates the state's innovative efforts in regulating emerging contaminants like PFAS and microplastics, and honors the dedicated professionals who work to maintain water quality. By commemorating the SDWA's 50th anniversary, the resolution reaffirms California's commitment to ensuring safe, clean drinking water for all residents, recognizing the critical importance of water quality to public health, environmental sustainability, and economic prosperity.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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