This bill mandates that the owner or operator of a public water system must promptly notify the governing body of a municipality and the chief administrators of all local educational institutions—including school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and institutions of higher education—whenever there is a violation of drinking water quality standards that necessitates a Tier 2 Public Notice as outlined by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The notification must include detailed information about the contaminant, such as its name, the maximum contaminant level or action level, the levels detected on specific dates, the dates of testing, and the locations of the samples that exceeded the standards. Additionally, the bill requires the water system operator to provide suggested remedies for customers to address the violation.

The bill aims to enhance transparency and communication regarding drinking water safety, ensuring that affected parties are informed in a timely manner about any violations that could impact public health. It emphasizes the importance of immediate notification and detailed reporting to help mitigate potential risks associated with contaminated drinking water. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.