This bill amends existing legislation to enhance notification requirements for public water systems regarding boil water notices and violations of drinking water quality standards. It mandates that when a boil water notice is issued, the public water system must notify not only the mayor and municipal clerk of affected municipalities but also the affected customers directly. The notification to customers must occur within 24 hours of the public water system learning about the emergency, and it should be communicated through the customer's preferred means of direct contact, which the system must solicit from customers within 60 days of the bill's enactment. Additionally, public water systems are required to post notices on their websites and social media accounts.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that public water systems must immediately inform local governing bodies and school administrators whenever there is a violation of drinking water quality standards. This notification must include detailed information about the contaminant, including its levels, testing dates, and suggested remedies for customers. The bill aims to improve transparency and communication between public water systems and the communities they serve, ensuring that residents are promptly informed about any issues affecting their drinking water.

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Introduced: 58:12A-8.2