EPA Launches PFAS OUT Initiative to Address Drinking Water Contamination
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced the PFAS OUT initiative, aimed at assisting water systems in tackling PFAS contamination in drinking water before federal compliance deadlines. Announced by EPA Assistant Administrator for Water Jess Kramer, the initiative will engage utilities, states, and local partners to reduce exposure to perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS). The initiative is designed to provide outreach and support to approximately 3,000 drinking water systems nationwide, focusing on small, rural, and disadvantaged communities. Resources will include webinars, technical assistance, and guidance on accessing funding programs. The initiative reflects EPA’s broader focus on cooperative federalism, emphasizing collaboration between federal, state, and local stakeholders. 
