S 3223
Requires schools and child care centers to test drinking water for lead every two years and install filters certified to reduce lead levels.
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Bill overview
This bill requires New Jersey schools and child care centers to test their drinking water for lead every two years and install filters certified to reduce lead levels. It establishes procedures for sampling, analysis, and reporting of lead levels, including requirements for public notification if levels exceed five parts per billion. The bill also mandates the installation of point-of-use water filters at drinking fountains and faucets in these facilities.
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