New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 1257: Requires institutions of higher education to test for lead in drinking water annually, report test results, and install lead filters or treatment devices.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee

Plain-language summary

S 1257 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires institutions of higher education to test for lead in drinking water annually, report test results, and install lead filters or treatment devices. Primary sponsor: Linda Greenstein (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Linda Greenstein (Democratic).