The bill amends Chapter 39-15 of the General Laws, titled "Water Supply," by adding a new section, 39-15-13, which outlines the responsibilities of water suppliers. Specifically, it mandates that any water supplier, as defined in § 39-15.1-2, is responsible for the maintenance, operation, and delivery of water to the lot line of each individual parcel within a residential subdivision. This includes covering all costs associated with any pumping stations that are not located within the subdivision, as well as those delivering water to schools that are not situated on school property. Notably, the bill clarifies that condominiums or multi-family parcels do not qualify as residential subdivisions under this provision.

The act is designed to ensure that water utility companies bear the financial responsibility for the infrastructure necessary to deliver water services to residential areas, thereby potentially alleviating costs for homeowners. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.