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NY S02438
Bill
Status
3/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael Gianaris
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AI Summary
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Requires state and local parks to conduct first-drawn tap water testing for lead contamination at least once every three years, with testing performed by commissioner-approved entities
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Sets lead action level at 0.005 milligrams per liter, triggering remediation requirements when exceeded
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Mandates parks with lead contamination to abate the problem within 90 days, provide alternative safe drinking water, and post conspicuous warnings both on-site and on the park's website
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Requires all test results and remediation plans to be transmitted to the Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and made publicly available online
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Directs the Commissioner of Parks and Commissioner of Health to publish a biennial report on tap water testing findings, to be sent to the Governor and legislative leaders
Legislative Description
Requires potable water testing at state and local parks at least once every three years and any finding of lead contamination must be abated within ninety days.
Last Action
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
2/24/2026