Safe Drinking Water Act; environmental management department required to investigate for PFAS; private right of action against responsible persons established

HB 541 requires Alabama's environmental agency (ADEM) to investigate PFAS (forever chemicals) in public water systems and drinking water sources upon receiving a complaint. It authorizes ADEM, public water systems, or the Attorney General to sue responsible parties for cleanup costs and damages related to PFAS contamination. The bill also limits liability for certain entities that release PFAS. These changes amend Alabama's Safe Drinking Water Act to address PFAS contamination in drinking water sources.