Several Illinois lawmakers have introduced plans that could help lower the spread of Legionella bacteria, according to an article on the 25News website.
Senate Bill 3778 would amend the Environmental Protection Act (EPA) to create on site Legionella control systems within the plumbing of buildings receiving water from a permitted water supply.
The legislation would also require the EPA to propose permits for the installation and operation of the on site control systems.
Another proposal would create the Water Quality Assurance Act. This legislation would require healthcare facilities develop and implement water management programs with specific elements to control the growth and spread of opportunistic pathogens.
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