House Bill 898, sponsored by Darby, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to establish new requirements for utility systems regarding the sale of water containing fluoride. Specifically, it mandates that each utility system must obtain a certificate of analysis for any fluoridated water they sell. Additionally, the bill requires that both the certificate of analysis and the material safety data sheet for fluoride be made accessible on the utility system's website, or on the board of utility regulation's website if the utility does not have its own website.
The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of transparency and safety in the management of fluoridated water supplies. This legislative change aims to ensure that consumers have access to critical information regarding the fluoride content in their drinking water.