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NJ S4195

NJ S4195
Requires financial institution that has foreclosed on property to remove water service lines that contain lead.

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Introduced
03/03/2025
In Committee
03/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires financial institutions that have foreclosed on a property to replace all lead water service lines on the property that are not owned and the responsibility of the appropriate utility service. Second to paint, the leading source of lead in young children is from contaminated water. Lead can be harmful to all age groups, but is particularly harmful to children and infants. This bill would prevent continuous exposure to lead from privately owned lead water service lines.

AI Summary

This bill requires financial institutions that have foreclosed on a property to remove lead water service lines before selling or transferring the property, with an exception for lines owned and maintained by utility services. The legislation aims to address the significant health risks associated with lead exposure, particularly for children and infants, who can suffer serious health consequences from contaminated water. Lead is considered the second most prominent source of lead exposure for children after paint, and this bill seeks to prevent continuous lead exposure by mandating that foreclosing financial institutions take responsibility for replacing dangerous lead water service lines. The bill will apply to all properties foreclosed on or after its enactment date, ensuring immediate implementation across New Jersey. By placing the burden of lead service line removal on financial institutions during the property transfer process, the legislation creates a mechanism to proactively reduce potential lead contamination in residential water systems.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee (on 03/03/2025)
(2 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4195
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4500/4195_I1.HTM
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