Sewage Overflow Community Right-to-Know Act

Bill 110 hr 2452, also known as the Sewage Overflow Community Right-to-Know Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of sewage overflows in communities across the country.

The bill requires publicly owned treatment works (POTWs) to notify the public, local governments, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of any sewage overflows that occur. This notification must be made within four hours of the overflow being discovered. Additionally, POTWs must provide annual reports to the EPA detailing the number and volume of overflows that occurred during the year.

Furthermore, the bill requires the EPA to establish a publicly accessible national database that tracks sewage overflows and provides information on the frequency, volume, and location of these incidents. This database will help communities and policymakers better understand the extent of the sewage overflow problem and take steps to address it. Overall, the Sewage Overflow Community Right-to-Know Act aims to increase transparency and accountability regarding sewage overflows, ultimately leading to improved water quality and public health in communities across the United States.