The bill amends Section 23-24.6-28 of the "Lead Poisoning Prevention Act" to create a structured approach for identifying and replacing lead service lines in water supply systems. It requires water suppliers to compile a service line inventory by October 16, 2024, categorizing lines as lead, non-lead, or of unknown status, and to make this inventory publicly accessible. Water suppliers must also notify property owners and tenants within 30 days of discovering lead service lines, providing multilingual information on lead exposure and replacement procedures. Key changes include the insertion of provisions for public access to the inventory and adherence to the Lead and Copper Rule for mitigation measures, while deleting previous requirements for a public dashboard and mapping of service lines.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of water suppliers and property owners regarding lead service lines, including the requirement for water suppliers to report any refusals to inspect or replace private service lines. It allows tenants to request replacements if lead is found and the property owner is unresponsive, and mandates property owners to disclose lead service lines during property transfers. The bill sets a ten-year timeline for replacing lead service lines, contingent on funding and property access, and requires annual reporting from water suppliers. It also emphasizes coordination with nonprofit organizations for community outreach and aims to enhance public awareness of lead hazards, with enforcement responsibilities assigned to the department. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
982: 23-24.6-28