lead water

The Lead Line Replacement Act would require every publicly owned water system in Ohio to replace lead pipes over the next 15 years. It's similar to one introduced in the last General Assembly.

Rep. Donatavius Jarrells (D-Columbus) says the health impacts of replacing lead pipes in Ohio's drinking water systems would be worth the cost.

Environmental advocates are touting a new law that they say strengthens water testing rules and adds accountability. But they say there’s still more work…