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Fifth Circuit Dismisses Mississippi Lead Water Lawsuit

9/6/2026

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U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed Jackson, Mississippi’s 2022 lawsuit over lead-contaminated water.
Mississippi State Health reported elevated lead in city water in 2015.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tests in 2020 confirmed leaks, corrosion and high lead levels.
EPA released a supplemental rule on Friday that further dilutes the Clean Water Act.
Jim Murphy of the National Wildlife Federation warned the rule threatens streams, wetlands and household water safety.

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U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed Jackson, Mississippi’s 2022 lawsuit over lead-contaminated water.
Mississippi State Health reported elevated lead in city water in 2015.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tests in 2020 confirmed leaks, corrosion and high lead levels.
EPA released a supplemental rule on Friday that further dilutes the Clean Water Act.
Jim Murphy of the National Wildlife Federation warned the rule threatens streams, wetlands and household water safety.