HB 1549 Maryland House of Delegates · 2025 Regular Session

Departments of Public Works - Water Main Breaks - Publication Requirement

This bill requires Maryland county Departments of Public Works to publish four specific details about water main breaks or leaks on their public websites: the date notified of the break, relevant water utility requirements, the repair date, and estimated water loss. Departments must update this information within 30 days of any changes related to the incident. The law applies to all counties experiencing such breaks and takes effect October 1, 2025. It focuses on transparency without altering water service standards or utility responsibilities.
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Introduced Feb 25, 2025 Last action Feb 25, 2025
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