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American Water Works Association <br /> Senate OKs bill to exempt hydrants from <br /> lead-safety law <br /> December 17, 2013 <br /> The US Senate today passed HR3588, the Community Fire Safety Act, on unanimous consent, <br /> sending the measure to the White House for signature. <br /> The bill passed the House earlier this month on a vote of 384-0. Once signed into law by <br /> President Obama, HR3588 would exempt fire hydrants from compliance with the Reduction of <br /> Lead in Drinking Water Act. <br /> "The American Water Works Association applauds the Senate for its swift action in passing the <br /> Community Fire Safety Act," said AWWA Executive Director David LaFrance. "Our elected <br /> leaders have done a great service for their communities, and we are optimistic that President <br /> Obama will sign the bill into law. We also are grateful to the many voices in the water <br /> community and beyond who joined with AWWA in bringing this issue to Congress over the past <br /> few weeks. Their willingness to raise their voices has made all the difference." <br /> LaFrance added: "The Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act was not intended to cover fire <br /> hydrants. Our elected leaders have arrived at a common-sense decision that will save valuable <br /> time and resources for water utilities and equipment manufacturers, costs that ultimately would <br /> be borne by water consumers." <br /> Read more about the regulation of lead in drinking water. <br /> 142 <br />