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Financial Aid for Lead Water Pipe Replacement

This act aims to facilitate the replacement of old, lead water pipes that can be harmful to health. It introduces special bonds to help local governments and water providers finance these costly works. As a result, citizens can expect safer drinking water in their homes.
Key points
New bonds will help finance the replacement of lead water pipes, improving drinking water quality.
Water providers and local governments will receive financial support to accelerate lead removal from water systems.
Bond proceeds must be fully used for pipe replacement, and work must comply with wage regulations.
Pipe replacement must be comprehensive; partial replacement is only allowed in urgent public health risk situations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4154
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Process start date: 2021-06-24