AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- PUBLIC DRINKING WATER SUPPLY

This bill amends state regulations to change the frequency of backflow prevention device inspections from yearly to once every ten years for public water systems. It directly affects community and non-transient non-community public water systems by allowing the state director to set standards for cross-connection control plans and device testing. The legislation maintains requirements for installing specific valves at new and commercial connections while permitting water utilities to cut off service to customers who fail to install required devices. The bill also authorizes the state to establish fees for certifying professionals who perform backflow prevention testing and maintenance.