The North Carolina General Assembly introduced House Bill 381, titled On-Site Wastewater System Amendments, which aims to modernize the approval process for innovative on-site wastewater systems. Sponsored by Representative Warren, the bill simplifies regulatory pathways for advanced wastewater treatment technologies, ensuring North Carolina remains at the forefront of sustainable and effective wastewater management.

House Bill 376 was introduced in the North Carolina General Assembly, making targeted changes to on-site wastewater and well regulations. While the bill seeks to streamline processes, some provisions raise concerns regarding local rule enforcement, permit revocations, and regulatory oversight.

Virginia’s onsite wastewater industry is about to see a significant shift in how septic system inspections are conducted during real estate transactions. House Bill 2671 (HB2671), introduced by Delegate Eric Phillips, has successfully passed both the Virginia House and Senate and now awaits the Governor’s signature to become law.

This legislation is a major step forward for septic professionals, real estate agents, and homebuyers alike, establishing clear standards, licensing requirements, and reporting guidelines that will ensure consistent and qualified evaluations across the state.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has officially approved Hydro-Action Industries' AN Series advanced pretreatment systems under Innovative Wastewater System Approval IWWS 2025-01. This approval, effective March 5, 2025, recognizes the system’s compliance with TS-I effluent standards, allowing it to be used in onsite wastewater treatment applications throughout the state.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has officially approved FujiClean USA’s CEN Series advanced wastewater treatment systems under Innovative Wastewater System Approval IWWS 2024-03. This approval, effective November 6, 2024, recognizes the system's capability to meet TS-I and TS-II effluent standards for residential and commercial applications in the state.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has officially approved Norweco’s Singulair and Singulair Green Model 960 systems as an Innovative Wastewater System in the state. This approval, effective March 5, 2025, means these advanced pretreatment systems can now be installed under specific conditions outlined by state regulations. For professionals in the onsite wastewater industry, this marks an important development, as the approval introduces new treatment options designed to meet TS-I effluent standards in residential and small commercial applications.