Bill > HB1089

This bill modifies existing rules for evaluating potential contamination risks in community water systems by amending the state's drinking water regulations. Specifically, the bill updates the criteria and procedures for reviewing groundwater withdrawals of less than 57,600 gallons over a 24-hour period from new water sources. The proposed change adds a new reference (RSA 485-C:21, V-c(j)) to the existing regulations, which require the Department of Environmental Services to ensure that such water withdrawals do not negatively impact existing private water supply wells. The bill will go into effect 60 days after its passage, giving water system operators and regulators time to understand and implement the updated guidelines. The modification appears to expand the department's authority to assess and mitigate potential water contamination risks, potentially providing additional protections for private water supply wells in the state.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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