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HB5098Introduced in the House

ENTERTAINMENT WATER ACCESS

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Introduced by Nabeela Syed, District 51

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Creates the Entertainment Water Access Act. Requires places of entertainment to provide attendees with access to potable water while entertainment is occurring by: (1) providing bottled water at no cost; (2) allowing attendees to bring bottled water; or (3) allowing attendees to bring an empty bottle and providing free water for refilling. Requires the Attorney General to enforce the Act, and allows the Attorney General to provide information to owners and operators of places of entertainment. Allows a State's Attorney or the Attorney General to seek injunctive relief. Defines "entertainment" and "place of entertainment".

Where it stands

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

March 27, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Nabeela Syed

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. Assigned to Museum, Arts, Culture, and Entertainment

  5. Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

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