This bill mandates that institutions of higher education in New Jersey conduct annual testing for lead in drinking water at all drinking water outlets. The initial testing must occur within 90 days of the bill's effective date, with subsequent tests conducted at least once a year. Testing must be performed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and in accordance with established methods. Institutions are required to report test results to the Secretary of Higher Education and the Commissioner of Environmental Protection, post the results on their websites, and notify students, faculty, and staff about the findings and remediation actions within 30 days of testing completion.

If elevated lead levels are detected, institutions must immediately close access to the affected outlet and provide an alternative drinking water source until the lead levels are below the established standards. Additionally, institutions must identify buildings with lead pipes or fixtures and submit a list to the Secretary of Higher Education. They are also required to install and maintain lead-removing water filters or treatment devices at all drinking water outlets in these identified buildings.