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New legislation in Wisconsin would require the state to notify local governments of groundwater contamination.

The bill aims to inform private well owners about contaminants like PFAS and nitrate found during routine testing.

First introduced in 2019, the bill now has bipartisan support and is being reintroduced.

Nearly 30% of Wisconsin residents rely on private wells for their drinking water.

MADISON - Newly proposed legislation could help Wisconsin residents with private wells ensure their water is safe to drink by requiring the state to notify county and tribal governments about concerning levels of contaminants found during routine groundwater testing.

The proposed legislation would require the Department of Natural Resources to notify county and tribal health

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