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FL S0066
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires school districts to identify all drinking water sources (used for drinking, food preparation, or cooking) in public schools built before 1986 and install barcodes on each source
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Mandates installation of lead-reducing filters on all drinking water sources, maintained according to manufacturer recommendations and meeting NSF/ANSI Standard 53 or 61
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Requires posting conspicuous warning signs near water sources not designated for drinking, indicating water should not be used for human consumption or food preparation
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School districts must publish online lists of drinking water sources including filter installation dates, scheduled replacement dates, barcode identification numbers, and compliance status
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Legislative findings establish that no safe blood lead level exists in children and all lead sources should be controlled or eliminated to prevent childhood poisoning
Legislative Description
Drinking Water in Public Schools
Last Action
Died in Appropriations Subcommittee on Education
5/3/2019