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  • EPA Issues Final Rule on PFAS in Drinking Water

    Today, the EPA issued the final National Primary Drinking Water Rule establishing Maximum Contaminant Levels (“MCLs”) for six perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”). PFAS, sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals,” are long-lasting chemicals found in many consumer products such as waterproof clothing, furniture, cookware, food packaging, and firefighting foams. Expsosure to PFAS has been linked… Continue reading

  • 11th Circuit Says City That Tied Water and Natural Gas Service Is Not Immune From Anti-Trust Suit

    The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has held that the City of LaGrange, Georgia is not immune from a federal anti-trust challenge. The city, which also provides natural gas services, requires out-of-town water customers to install natural gas appliances. The Court rejected LaGrange’s argument that it enjoyed state-action immunity because the tying arrangement was derived… Continue reading