The New Lead and Copper Rule

Articles in this section of the JOURNAL are dedicated to providing current information about legislative and regulatory developments relating to the water industry. They address needs and concerns of water utilities from a practical standpoint; they are not intended to reject official positions OY policies ofthe association. Frederick W. Pontius, AWWA associate director fir regulatory affairs, prepared this discussion regarding 2he newly promulgated Lead and Copper Rule and coordinates development offuture articles. Pontius monitors and evaluates legislation and regulations that affect the water industy, prepares oficial AWWA statements on drinking water issues, and represents the association at meetings, workshops, and study groups.