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NJ S3415

NJ S3415
Requires landlords of certain properties providing child care services who refuse lead service line replacements to install and maintain water filters.


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Introduced
12/19/2022
In Committee
03/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires landlords of certain properties providing child care services who refuse lead service line replacements to install and maintain water filters.

AI Summary

This bill requires landlords of certain properties providing child care services who refuse to allow the replacement of lead service lines to install and maintain water filters that are certified to meet specific water treatment standards. The landlords must annually certify to the Department of Environmental Protection that they have installed the required filters or replacement cartridges. The bill also empowers tenants to take legal action, including rent escrow, if the landlord fails to comply, and imposes civil penalties for violations. The bill aims to ensure that children in child care facilities have access to safe drinking water in the event that lead service lines are not replaced.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading (on 03/02/2023)

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