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NDEP Wraps up Lead Testing in Nevada Schools

In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Nevada is celebrating the successful effort to conduct lead testing programs in public schools, public charter schools, and licensed child care facilities across the state.

For more information visit the NDEP Lead Testing in Nevada Schools News Release

News

NDEP Wraps up Lead Testing in Nevada Schools

In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20–26, 2025), Nevada is celebrating the successful effort to conduct lead testing programs in public schools, public charter schools, and licensed child care facilities across the state. These voluntary testing programs provided an opportunity to confirm that children in learning and care environments have access to safe drinking water and helped identify and address potential sources of lead exposure.

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NEWS - Agencies release Lake Tahoe HAB results

Agencies release results from water sampling at two Lake Tahoe beaches

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Public Notices

Notice of Decision - BMRR - Victory Tungsten Mine

BMRR - Notice of Decision - Issue new Water Pollution Control Permit NEV2025126 to Nevada Rand, LLC. Deadline for Appeal is January 16, 2026.

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Notice of Proposed Action - BWPC - Summerlin Trail

Notice of Proposed Action - Summerlin Trail NS2026507 - Application for a new groundwater discharge permit. Public comment is open until 5:00 P.M. on 2/4/26.

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