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AR SB474

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Clint Penzo

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Origin

Senate

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 20-7-136(b) to create an exception to the statewide fluoridation program requirements

  • Authorizes public water system boards to elect to prohibit fluoridation of the water they supply

  • Current law requires water system operators to maintain fluoride content at levels established by the Department of Health; this bill makes that requirement optional at the local board level

  • Sponsored by Senators C. Penzo and B. King, and Representatives Duffield and Pilkington in the 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular Session)

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning Public Water Systems; And To Allow The Board Of A Public Water System To Prohibit Fluoridation Of The Water In The Public Water System.

Last Action

Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare And Labor3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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