SB 797
Relating to Public Water System Supply Commission
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve and protect public water supplies in West Virginia by establishing a Public Water System Supply Commission. It requires public water systems to create plans for monitoring tank levels, submit quarterly reports for independent review, and assign a communications officer. The commission will study issues related to water supply, infrastructure, and worker shortages, and the Public Service Commission will present findings to the legislature. The bill also seeks to increase transparency in public water systems’ operations and finances.
Key provisions
- Establishes a Public Water System Supply Commission to study water supply issues.
- Requires public water systems to create plans for monitoring tank levels and utilize telemetry where feasible.
- Mandates quarterly operational and financial reports from public water systems.
- Requires public service districts to assign a communications officer and provide timely updates during service disruptions.
- Requires the Public Service Commission to present a plan to address the shortage of water plant workers and managers.
- Requires independent review of financial and operational practices when a certain number of complaints are filed.
- Requires public water systems to participate in Open Checkbooks.
- Sets deadlines for plan completion and report submission.
Who is affected
- Public water systems (municipalities and public service districts)
- Residents and consumers of public water services
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