On July 27, 2022, Governor Sununu signed HB 1421-FN which amended RSA 485:17-a lowering the action level in schools and childcare facilities to 5 ppb, including an obligation to conduct new sampling and review recent test results. On December 17, 2021, EPA finalized the long-awaited revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule. The final revisions include new inventory requirements, review of corrosion control techniques, a new Trigger level, changes in sampling protocols, an emphasis on full lead service line replacements, and additional changes that may impact your short and long-term operations. RYP and James Steinkrauss of the Environmental Practice Group offer this overview of the key provisions of the rule changes as general guidance and information, but is ready to assist public and private water systems with compliance.
