Note to Docket EPA-HQ-OW-2017-0300 
Stakeholder Briefing on the Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Revisions

On November 13, 2019 the EPA participated a regulatory briefing by phone for the Water Quality Association on the proposed revisions to the National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) for Lead and Copper (LCR). The purpose of the briefing was to provide an overview of the proposed rule and alternatives and to allow participants to ask clarifying questions. Participants were advised that comments must be submitted to the docket during the public comment period. 

The EPA provided an overview of the following topics of the LCR proposal: 
    Six Key Areas of the Proposed Revisions
    Background and Regulatory History 
    Health Effects 
    Proposed LCR Requirements 
      o Action Level/Trigger Level 
      o Tap Sampling 
      o Corrosion Control Treatment 
      o Notification and Public Education 
      o Lead Service Line Replacement 
      o Small System Flexibility 
      o School and Childcare Facility Testing and Education 
      o Alternative LCR Revisions Considered 
:: Next steps 

Participants sought clarification on the following topics: 
 Consumer information received when there is a lead action level exceedance. 
 Filter distribution to consumers after LSLR or disturbance.
 Certification requirement for the pitcher filters.
 Guidance for school sampling requirements.
 Responsibility for communication with consumers.  
 Impacts of the proposal. 

Attendees/Organization
 David Loveday (WQA)
 Kathleen Fultz (WQA)
 21 total attendees by phone (roll call not taken) 
Attendees/EPA
 Jeff Kempic
 Erik Helm
 Michael Goldberg
