S.2877

Requires institutions of higher education to test for lead in drinking water annually, report test results, and install lead filters or treatment devices.

Introduced·3/4/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2877 mandates annual lead testing in drinking water at higher education institutions, reporting results, and installing lead filters if.

New Jersey S2877 requires institutions of higher education to conduct annual lead testing in drinking water outlets, such as water fountains and faucets. These tests must be performed by a certified laboratory and reported to the Secretary of Higher Education and the Commissioner of Environmental Protection. Institutions must also post the results on their websites and notify students, faculty, and staff of the findings and any remediation actions.

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Where it stands

Current
Higher Eduction Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Mar 4, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee