This bill mandates that the owner or operator of a public water system must promptly notify the governing body of the 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, and the locations of the samples tested. 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 ensure that affected parties are informed about potential health risks associated with drinking water quality violations. By requiring immediate communication and detailed information, the legislation seeks to empower municipalities and educational institutions to take appropriate actions in response to such violations. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.