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S 1034

Requires disclosure of lead drinking water hazards to tenants of residential units; prohibits landlords from obstructing replacement of lead service lines; concerns testing of certain property for lead drinking water hazards.*

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Renee Burgess and 6 co-sponsors

New Jersey bill requiring landlords to disclose lead water hazards to tenants and prohibiting obstruction of lead service line replacement to reduce public health risks.

Substituted by A2929 (2R)
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Bill Summary · S 1034

Legislative bill overview

S 1034 mandates that landlords disclose known lead contamination hazards in drinking water to residential tenants and prohibits landlords from blocking or obstructing the replacement of lead service lines. The bill also establishes testing requirements for lead in drinking water on certain residential properties.

Why is this important

Lead in drinking water poses serious health risks, particularly to children and pregnant women, causing developmental delays and neurological damage. This legislation aims to protect vulnerable tenant populations by ensuring transparency about hazards and enabling infrastructure improvements that reduce exposure.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord compliance costs: Mandatory lead service line replacement could impose significant financial burdens on property owners, potentially leading to increased rents or reduced maintenance in other areas
  • Testing scope and responsibility: Unclear standards about which properties require testing and who bears the cost may create implementation challenges and disputes between landlords and tenants
  • Disclosure thresholds: The bill may lack specificity about what constitutes a reportable hazard level, potentially creating legal ambiguity and disputes over disclosure obligations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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