Which of the following agencies are responsible for the safety of our water supply at the federal level?
A) FDA and USDA
B) Department of Homeland Security and the Environmental Protection Agency
C) Bureau of Land Management and the WPA
D) Department of Health and Human Services only
E) none of these.

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The Department of Homeland Security and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are responsible for ensuring the safety of our water supply at the federal level. The EPA sets standards for drinking water quality and oversees the states, localities, and water suppliers who implement those standards. The Department of Homeland Security plays a role in protecting the water supply infrastructure from terrorist attacks and natural disasters.

Which of the Following Agencies Are Responsible for the Safety