# Environment (GEN)

## Title 9. Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities

### Subtitle 4A. Private Well Safety Program

#### Section 9-4A-02

(a) On or before December 31, 2026, the Department shall adopt regulations to identify a list of additional standards for water quality testing that the Department deems necessary for each county or any specific area within a county.

(b) Regulations adopted in accordance with this subsection may require, as appropriate, testing for:

  (1) Manganese;

  (2) Arsenic;

  (3) Radon;

  (4) Mercury; and

  (5) Other volatile organic compounds for which there is a maximum contaminant level.

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Md. Code Ann., Envir. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)