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This bill updates the rules for water standards in food establishments, primarily focusing on water used for human consumption. It requires that if a food establishment provides water, whether in bottles or other containers, the water must comply with federal regulations (specifically 21 CFR Parts 129 and 165) regarding bottling and processing drinking water. The water source must meet the requirements of the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act, either through direct compliance or by coming from a jurisdiction with equally stringent standards. The bill also establishes that bottled water products must be labeled according to federal requirements and are subject to federal recall provisions. Importantly, the bill vests exclusive enforcement jurisdiction of these federal acts and regulations with the state department. The changes aim to streamline water quality standards for food establishments by aligning state regulations more closely with federal guidelines, and the bill will take effect 60 days after passage, with any conflicting existing regulations being abrogated.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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