The bill amends the "Lead Poisoning Prevention Act" to require the department to ensure public access to a lead service line inventory and determine the existence or absence of lead within each water connection in its service area. Water suppliers are mandated to inspect properties with lead service lines or unknown service status at the request of homeowners or tenants, at no cost to the property owner. The bill also requires that all mitigation measures and the replacement of entire lead service lines be consistent with the current version of the Lead and Copper Rule, including 40 C.F.R. 141, Subpart I.

Additionally, the bill specifies that water suppliers must replace the entire lead service line consistent with the current Lead and Copper Rule if lead is present. The legislation emphasizes the importance of ensuring public access to information regarding lead service lines and outlines the responsibilities of water suppliers in relation to inspections and replacements. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
6304: 23-24.6-28