Maine § 2604. - Schools, sampling and examination of water
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2604. — Schools, sampling and examination of water, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2604.. Schools, sampling and examination of water
Any school, which takes water from a source other than a public water system and uses such water for drinking or culinary purposes, shall submit samples of such water to the department for analysis at least once during each school year. Such samples shall be analyzed by the department. If the water is found to violate the state primary drinking water regulations, the department shall issue an order prohibiting the use of the water for drinking or culinary purposes by the school, which order shall remain in force until the water conforms to the state primary drinking water regulations. [PL 1975, c. 751, §4 (NEW).]
Violation of this section shall, on conviction, be punishable by a fine of not more than $500. [PL 1975, c. 751, §4 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2604.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2604. cover?
Section 2604. ("Schools, sampling and examination of water") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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