The problem is that they "regulate" in tiny details, requiring reams and reams of paperwork to assure tiny amounts are not in the water, while ignoring things like the major problem with lead contaminating the water supply of Washington DC.
"Dr. Marc Edwards first noticed unsafe lead levels in Washington, D.C.’s drinking water in 2003. His study reveals that D.C.’s drinking water contained elevated lead levels from 2001 to 2003. WASA began disinfecting Washington D.C.’s drinking water with chloramine instead of chlorine in November 2000. The switch in disinfectant triggered the increase in the lead level of the city’s drinking water. Edwards’ findings contradict statements made by D.C. health officials. Since 2004, D.C. health officials have acknowledged that the city’s drinking water contained unsafe lead levels. However, they have regularly stated that they have found no evidence of negative health effects on the general public’s health."
Agreed. It’s the levels of pollutants that are important.