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NJ S3179

NJ S3179
Requires public water systems and landlords to provide certain notice of elevated perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances levels in drinking water; requires DEP to establish educational program.


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Introduced
10/03/2022
In Committee
01/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires public water systems and landlords to provide certain notice of elevated perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances levels in drinking water; requires DEP to establish educational program.

AI Summary

This bill requires public water systems and landlords to provide certain notice of elevated perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) levels in drinking water. It defines key terms like "exceedance of a PFAS maximum contaminant level" and requires public water systems to provide written notices to customers, including information on PFAS and a link to an educational program. Landlords must also distribute the notices to tenants. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), in conjunction with the Department of Health, must establish an educational program on PFAS in drinking water.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 01/30/2023)

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