Missouri legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri HB3320: Creates provisions relating to the regulation of community water systems
Status: In committee, April 16, 2026
What the bill says
To amend chapter 640, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to the regulation of community water systems. Section A. Chapter 640, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 640.138, to read as follows: 640.138. 1. This section shall be known and may be cited as "The Drinking Water Transparency and Accountability Act" which shall provide: (1) For the development and implementation of a community water system accountability process which requires and supports drinking water infrastructure sustainability for the citizens of Missouri; (2) Assurance to the.
From the introduced text:
To amend chapter 640, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to the regulation of community water systems. Section A. Chapter 640, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 640.138, to read as follows: 640.138. 1. This section shall be known and may be cited as "The Drinking Water Transparency and Accountability Act" which shall provide: (1) For the development and implementation of a community water system accountability process which requires and supports drinking water infrastructure sustainability for the citizens of Missouri; (2) Assurance to the citizens that the quality of drinking water is monitored and maintained at levels essential for health, safety, welfare, and long-term sustainability; (3) Clear standards and expectations for community water systems so that assessment of their quality, performance, and sustainability will be understood; (4) Information that will assist community water systems and citizens in understanding expectations, outcomes, and consequences for failing community water systems; and (5) Consequences and penalties for community water systems that do not achieve minimum standards. 2. For purposes of this section, the following terms mean: (1) "Community water system", a public water system that serves at least fifteen service connections and regularly serves at least twenty-five residents per year to EXPLANATION -- Matter enclosed in bold-faced brackets [thus] in the above bill is …