This bill aims to enhance water quality for residents in West Virginia by introducing a new section, 16-1-9h, to the state's public health code. It establishes the importance of water quality for public health and acknowledges that certain areas in the state may have drinking water with unsafe levels of contaminants, which can lead to various health issues. The bill mandates the Department of Health to evaluate public water sources for contaminants and determine if they are safe for consumption.

If a public water source is found to exceed safe contaminant levels, the Department of Health is required to provide water filtration equipment or technology to affected residents. The bill also allows the department to propose rules for legislative approval to implement these provisions effectively. Overall, the legislation seeks to ensure that all West Virginians have access to safe drinking water and addresses the health risks associated with contaminated water supplies.

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Introduced Version: 16-1-9h