Drinking Water Program
The Division of Drinking Water (DDW) regulates public drinking water systems.
- New Claim Submittal Deadline for Tyco and BASF Settlements: April 8, 2025
Any public water system considering submitting claims for payment from the Tyco or BASF settlements regarding PFAS contamination must do so by April 8, 2025.
Additional information is available at https://www.pfaswatersettlement.com/
Eligible public water systems may wish to consult with legal counsel to discuss this new deadline and ensure that any claims are timely submitted. - 2024 Consumer Confidence Report guidance materials available (January 31, 2025)
- BASF Corporation Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Approved by U.S. District Court
- These settlement terms are binding on all California water providers and will result in a waiver of the right to pursue future litigation against BASF Corporation (and certain related companies) UNLESS a water provider "opts out" of the settlement by filing a request for exclusion by October 15, 2024. Please read this important notice about how this settlement may adversely impact your water system’s legal rights. Additional important information:
- Tyco and Chemguard Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Approved by U.S. District Court
- These settlement terms are binding on all California water providers and will result in a waiver of the right to pursue future litigation against Tyco and Chemguard (and certain related companies) UNLESS a water provider "opts out" of the settlement by filing a request for exclusion by September 23, 2024. Please read this important notice about how this settlement may adversely impact your water system’s legal rights. Additional important information:
- Direct Potable Reuse Regulations Approved. FAQ posted. Regulation Effective October 1, 2024.
- Hexavalent Chromium MCL Approved; Regulation Effective October 1, 2024
- Adoption of 2024 Division of Drinking Water Regulatory Priorities
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