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bridges vol. 18, July 2008 / Bills in Brief: U.S. S&T Policy News With water being one of the most important resources on the planet, several US laws try to ensure, maintain, or restore the quality and the protection of water so the population can access clean, non-harmful water. One of the most important US legislative acts related to water is the Clean Water Act : The Clean Water Act is the primary federal law in the United States addressing water pollution and the regulation of quality standards for surface water. The basis of the Clean Water Act was enacted in 1948 and was called the Federal Water Pollution act, but the Act was reorganized in 1972. The amendments significantly expanded and strengthened the earlier laws. Further important amendments were the Clean Water Act of 1977, enacted by the 95th United States Congress, and the Water Quality Act of 1987, enacted by the 100th United States Congress.1 Access to the full article is free, but requires you to register. Registration is simple and quick – all we need is your name and a valid e-mail address. We appreciate your interest in bridges. |
