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  • Lee M. Zeldin Sworn in as 17th EPA Administrator

    Administrator Zeldin will work closely with the dedicated career officials at the agency to fulfill the agency’s mission to protect human health and the environment. 

    Learn more about Administrator Zeldin
  • Test Your Nest for Radon

    January is National Radon Action Month. Take action against the second leading cause of lung cancer.

    Find a radon test kit
  • Lead in Drinking Water

    EPA has announced a final rule requiring replacement of lead pipes with 10 years. The Lead and Copper Rule Improvements strengthen nationwide requirements to protect children and adults from the health effects from lead in drinking water.

    Learn about the final rule
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    From tackling the climate crisis to advancing environmental justice, what happens here changes the world. At EPA, you can be a changemaker.

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  • WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to Unleash American Greatness as Head of EPA

  • EPA announces use of Sepulveda Basin as California National Guard personnel, equipment staging area

  • EPA Recognizes Massachusetts Wastewater Treatment District for Excellence

  • EPA Recognizes Connecticut Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for Excellence

  • Lee M. Zeldin Sworn in as 17th EPA Administrator


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