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42 U.S.C. § 18939

Title 42 Chapter 163 Current through PL 118-3 Last updated: March 29, 2026 View on OLRC →
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§ 18939. Premise plumbing research

  • (a) The Secretary, acting through the Director, shall create a program, in consultation with the Environmental Protection Agency, for premise plumbing research, including to—
    • (1) conduct metrology research on premise plumbing in relation to water safety, security, efficiency, sustainability, and resilience; and
    • (2) coordinate research activities with academia, the private sector, nonprofit organizations, and other Federal agencies.
  • (b) For purposes of this section, the term “premise plumbing” means the water distribution system located within the property lines of a property, including all buildings and permanent structures on such property. Such term includes building supply and distribution pipes, fixtures, fittings, water heaters, water-treating and water-using equipment, and all respective joints, connections, devices, and appurtenances.

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