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EPA removes Biden rules on “forever toxins”

The Trump administration moved to weaken federal guidelines on “forever toxins” in water by rolling back parts of Biden-era rules.
WHO: Trump administration officials and the EPA
WHAT: Moved to weaken and change federal guidelines on “forever toxins” in water by removing key parts of Biden-era rules
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 8:14 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Officials moved to weaken and change key parts of federal guidelines on “forever toxins” in water.

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