Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act: H.R. 748

Last week the third stimulus package, CARES Act (H.R. 748) was signed into law by President Trump in response to the COVID-19 crisis. It commits to $2 trillion in assistance to support hundreds of economic and health-related needs and focuses on the general public, small and medium-sized businesses, and the healthcare industry. The bill does not include recommendations sought by the House related to support for the water and wastewater sector, such as tax credits for payroll taxes and ratepayer assistance. However, it is possible these issues can still be addressed in future legislation. CASA has put together a brief summary of the key provisions within H.R. 748.

USEPA Meets with CASA During DC Conference
CASA members met with numerous EPA staff on February 25, 2020 in Washington DC for a productive information exchange on a variety of topics including Biosolids Electronic Reporting, Biosolids Management, Legislative Mandates, Perfluourinated Compounds (PFAS), and more. Please see a summary of the meeting here.