Safe Drinking Water Act and Management

The video discusses the importance of water as a natural resource and the impact of the Safe Drinking Water Act signed by President Gerald Ford in 1974. It highlights the role of the federal government in ensuring safe drinking water across the United States, with a focus on Minnesota's proactive measures and regulations. The video emphasizes the importance of prevention strategies and community confidence in water safety. It also showcases Minnesota's continued progress and investments in protecting water resources for future generations.

What significant event took place on December 16th, 1974, concerning water safety?

• The establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency

• The signing of the Safe Drinking Water Act

• The first Earth Day celebration

• The Clean Air Act was passed

Who was a U.S. Senator when the Safe Drinking Water Act was passed and later became Vice President?

• Gerald Ford

• Walter Mondale

• Richard Nixon

• Jimmy Carter

What was a key reason for the establishment of the State Board of Health in Minnesota in 1872?

• A drought

• A flood

• A typhoid fever outbreak

• A cholera outbreak

What does the Safe Drinking Water Act ensure for people in the United States?

• That water is free of any chemicals

• That water is available for free

• That water is only sourced from rivers

• That water is tested and safe to drink

Why is prevention considered the most cost-effective strategy in water resource management?

• It eliminates the need for any water treatment

• It allows for unlimited water usage

• It requires no government intervention

• It reduces the need for expensive treatment plants

What is the Legacy Amendment in Minnesota known for?

• Reducing taxes on water usage

• Setting aside resources to protect water

• Privatizing water supply systems

• Building new water treatment plants

How many Minnesotans get their tap water from public water systems?

• Over one million

• Over two million

• Over three million

• Over four million

What role does Congress have concerning America's drinking water?

• To ensure it is protected and available to everyone

• To limit water usage in urban areas

• To privatize all water systems

• To reduce water quality standards

What is a key factor in ensuring a prosperous community according to Mondale?

• Safe drinking water

• Abundant natural resources

• Advanced technology

• High population density

What is the main focus of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Metropolitan Council?

• To increase water prices

• To build new dams

• To reduce water consumption

• To protect water sources