Bill > HB330

This bill amends Alabama's lead regulations by updating the definition of "lead-free" and requiring local governments to update their plumbing codes accordingly. Specifically, the bill defines "lead-free" as solder and flux containing no more than 0.2 percent lead, and pipes, fittings, and fixtures containing no more than a weighted average of 0.25 percent lead, which is a stricter standard than the previous definition. The bill requires all city and county plumbing codes to be amended within 12 months after October 1, 2025, to conform to this new definition. Additionally, the bill creates exemptions for certain specialized equipment and systems where water is not intended for human consumption, such as industrial processing equipment, large water distribution valves, fire hydrants, and specific types of industrial and emergency equipment. These exemptions ensure that the lead restrictions do not unnecessarily impede specialized applications where drinking water safety is not a primary concern. The changes aim to reduce potential lead exposure in drinking water infrastructure by setting more stringent standards for lead content in plumbing materials. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving municipalities and water systems time to update their codes and equipment.

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