Alabama Lead Ban Act; percentages of lead that constitute "lead-free" revised; city and county plumbing codes required to conform; certain applications exempted

Summary

The bill lowers the allowable lead content in pipe and fitting surfaces to 0.25% and keeps solder and flux at 0.2% or less. It forces city and county plumbing codes to match these limits within a year after October 1, 2026. Certain non‑potable uses, large‑diameter fixtures, and specific equipment are exempted from the lead‑free rule.

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