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Drinking Water Requirements for States and Public Water Systems

Drinking Water Lead and Copper Rule Historical Documents

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Lead in Drinking Water Regulation: Public Education Guidance

Although developed to support implementation of the 2000 revisions to the LCR, these guidance documents are still relevant for public water systems and states.

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Lead and Copper Rule: Summary of Revisions

This guidance summarizes changes that were made to the 1991 Rule in 2000.

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Drinking Water Lead Reduction Plan EPA Activities to Improve Implementation of the Lead and Copper Rule

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