West Virginia SB586 modifies requirements for public water systems, including backflow prevention and inspection rules.

West Virginia SB586 modifies the regulation of public water systems, including the creation of two classifications for backflow prevention assemblies. Low-hazard systems must be inspected no more frequently than once every three years, while high-hazard systems must be inspected annually. The bill also outlines civil penalties for violations, with willful violations subject to a maximum penalty of $10,000 per day. The Secretary of the Department of Health is prohibited from requiring certain inspections and rules for public water systems.

West Virginia SB586 modifies requirements for public water systems, including backflow prevention and inspection rules.

West Virginia SB586 modifies the regulation of public water systems, including the creation of two classifications for backflow prevention assemblies. Low-hazard systems must be inspected no more frequently than once every three years, while high-hazard systems must be inspected annually. The bill also outlines civil penalties for violations, with willful violations subject to a maximum penalty of $10,000 per day. The Secretary of the Department of Health is prohibited from requiring certain inspections and rules for public water systems.