(a) In general The Secretary , acting through the Director, shall create a program, in consultation with the Environmental Protection Agency , for premise plumbing research, including to— (1) conduct metrology research on premise plumbing in relation to water safety, security, efficiency, sustainability, and resilience; and (2) coordinate research activities with academia, the private sector, nonprofit organizations, and other Federal agencies. (b) Definitions For purposes of this section, the term “ premise plumbing ” means the water distribution system located within the property lines of a property, including all buildings and permanent structures on such property. Such term includes building supply and distribution pipes, fixtures, fittings, water heaters, water-treating and water-using equipment, and all respective joints, connections, devices, and appurtenances. ( Pub. L. 117–167, div. B, title II, § 10234 , Aug. 9, 2022 , 136 Stat. 1485 .)