The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
Requires that information be made available to the public so that you can learn how to help protect your drinking water and make personal health decisions about it. SDWA is the principal Federal statute that protects the 250 million Americans who drink water from public supplies. When SDWA was amended in 1996, numerous provisions were added that give consumers greater access to information about, and opportunities for involvement in, drinking water issues. This guide will help you take advantage of these opportunities and find answers to many of your questions about your drinking water.