SB 222
Relating to public water systems
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve the management and protection of public water systems in West Virginia. It seeks to eliminate a study commission, establish plans for monitoring water tank levels and reporting, and require public service districts to maintain clear communication with customers during service disruptions. The bill also mandates quarterly reports and independent reviews for public water systems and directs the Public Service Commission to address the shortage of water plant workers and managers.
Key provisions
- Requires public water systems to create and implement plans for monitoring tank levels and reporting water status.
- Mandates quarterly operational and financial reports from public water systems.
- Requires public service districts to assign a communications officer and maintain clear communication with customers during service disruptions.
- Eliminates the Public Water System Supply Study Commission.
- Requires the Public Service Commission to present a plan addressing the shortage of water plant workers and managers.
- Requires public water systems to participate in Open Checkbooks.
- Establishes requirements for telemetry data access and independent review of financial and operational practices.
- Defines key terms related to public water systems.
Who is affected
- Public water systems
- Public service districts
- Municipalities
- West Virginia residents who rely on public water systems
- The Public Service Commission
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