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NJ S3683

NJ S3683
Requires schools and child care centers to test drinking water for lead every two years and install filters certified to reduce lead levels.


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Introduced
02/28/2023
In Committee
02/28/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires schools and child care centers to test drinking water for lead every two years and install filters certified to reduce lead levels.

AI Summary

This bill requires schools and child care centers to test drinking water for lead every two years and install filters certified to reduce lead levels. The bill defines key terms such as "drinking water outlet," "field blank," and "NSF/ANSI standard." It outlines the requirements for lead sampling and analysis, including the use of certified laboratories and specific sampling procedures. The bill also mandates that schools and child care centers install and maintain point-of-use water filters that meet certain standards and replace the filters at the recommended frequency. The Commissioners of Education and Children and Families are tasked with adopting rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this bill.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 02/28/2023)

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