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OK HB1879
Bill
Status
2/4/2013
Primary Sponsor
Ken Walker
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AI Summary
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Amends 27A O.S. 2011, Section 2-6-303 to prohibit the use of chloramines (including monochloramine, dichloramine, trichloramine, and organic chloramines) as disinfectants for drinking water in Oklahoma
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Requires water supply systems to use ozone, Ultra-Violet light, or chlorine dioxide as the primary disinfectant for drinking water
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Establishes a limit on chloramine concentrations in water supply systems at less than 1 part per million, measured as an annual average
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Directs the Board to promulgate rules implementing these new treatment standards for water supply systems
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Includes an emergency clause, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval
Legislative Description
Environment and natural resources; requiring drinking water and water supply system treatment rules that prohibit the use of chloramines; emergency.
Natural Resources
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Utility and Environmental Regulation
2/5/2013