Enacts the drinking water protection act to establish watershed rules and regulations for protecting water quality.
The drinking water protection act amends the public health law to establish watershed rules and regulations for protecting water quality. These rules may address land use, activities, nutrient management, storm water control, and inspection of septic systems. The Department of Health must adopt, review, and enforce these rules, consulting with suppliers, municipalities, and other stakeholders. The act also mandates annual reporting on rule adoptions and enforcement actions.
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