Bill > A07878

This bill enacts the Lead Pipe Replacement Act, which requires all covered water systems (public water systems serving at least 15 service connections or 25 year-round residents) to replace all lead service lines by November 1, 2037. The bill provides comprehensive definitions for various types of service lines, including lead, galvanized, and unknown status lines, and establishes a detailed replacement program. Water systems must offer to replace lead service lines at no direct cost to customers, with customers having the option to either facilitate the replacement or opt to replace their portion of the line themselves within 45 days. The legislation prioritizes replacements in disadvantaged communities and areas with children who have elevated blood lead levels. Each replaced service line must be replaced with a copper line, and water systems must provide free water filters to customers with lead service lines. The bill requires annual reporting on replacement efforts, allows for various funding sources including state and federal grants, and authorizes the department of health to create regulations and provide guidance for implementation. The goal is to comprehensively address lead service line infrastructure to protect public health by eliminating potential sources of lead contamination in drinking water.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7878