Bill > HB0898

This bill requires utility systems in Tennessee to obtain a certificate of analysis for any water they sell that contains fluoride and mandates that these certificates, along with the material safety data sheets for fluoride, be publicly posted online. Specifically, utility systems must either publish these documents on their own website or, if they do not have a website, post them on the board of utility regulation's website. The purpose appears to be increasing transparency about fluoride content in public water systems by providing easy access to technical documentation about the fluoride used in water treatment. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving utility systems ample time to prepare for and implement these new reporting requirements. By requiring a certificate of analysis, the bill ensures that utility systems have documented proof of the quality and safety of the fluoride used in their water supply, which can help address potential public concerns about water treatment processes.