NY A07878

Requires all covered water systems to replace every lead service line in their distribution systems by November 1, 2037, regardless of ownership status or property type

Water systems must establish replacement programs at no direct cost to customers, covering planning, construction, restoration, and related activities; customers may opt out only by completing their own replacement within 45 days at their expense

Grants water systems legal access to all service lines for identification and replacement purposes, with liability protections when entering properties in good faith after customers fail to respond or cooperate

Mandates prioritization of replacements in disadvantaged communities and at daycares, schools, and homes with children who have elevated blood lead levels

Requires water systems to provide free water filters and replacement cartridges upon request to customers with lead service lines, and mandates all replacements use copper piping unless alternative materials are approved due to corrosive soil conditions