Connecticut receives $37 million to remove lead, PFAS from drinking water

CTNewsJunkie – Friday, May 22, 2026
By Kate Santini

Connecticut municipalities have received a boost in battling two health concerns — lead and PFAS in drinking water — as a result of a $37 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

“These funding announcements will help communities address two of the most important environmental and human health challenges we face today–lead and PFAS,” said EPA New England Administrator, Mark Sanborn. “With this funding allocated by Congress, EPA is working together with our state and local partners to help accelerate practical and cost-effective solutions that affect human health and improve water quality for today’s families and future generations.”

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