Proposed Emergency Rulemaking - Reporting Requirements (SWRCB-DDW-21-002E)

The State Water Resources Control Board is proposing an emergency rulemaking to amend title 22, section 64469 of the California Code of Regulations, granting the agency direct enforcement authority over public water systems for compliance with electronic reporting requirements through the California Laboratory Intake Portal. Currently, public water systems must use accredited laboratories to analyze drinking water samples and submit regulatory results via CLIP, but enforcement has been indirect. This change will allow the State Water Board to hold water systems accountable for timely and accurate reporting, enhancing the reliability and responsiveness of statewide water quality monitoring. The amendment is designed to strengthen public health protections by closing gaps in data collection and ensuring immediate identification of potential contamination issues. This regulatory update, identified as SWRCB-DDW-21-002E, was posted on June 8, 2026, as a forecasted action with no solicitation number or set-aside criteria. It is part of a broader effort to modernize water quality oversight and align reporting practices with digital infrastructure. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Debora Lancaster, Staff Services Manager I, and Dan Wang, Senior Environmental Scientist – Supervisory, both reachable through the California Environmental Quality Act email and phone line. The action applies statewide within California, with no specific geographic restrictions, and represents a procedural shift in regulatory enforcement rather than a new funding or procurement initiative.