This bill amends Section 455B.392 of the Iowa Code to establish strict liability for individuals in control of hazardous substances. The key change involves the replacement of the term "excessive and extraordinary cost" with "reasonable costs" incurred by the state or its political subdivisions. The bill specifies that these reasonable costs include expenses related to responding to hazardous conditions, as well as oversight and monitoring of such conditions caused by the individual in control of the hazardous substance.

The intent of the bill is to hold individuals accountable for the costs associated with managing hazardous situations they create, thereby ensuring that the state and its political subdivisions are compensated for their efforts in addressing these hazards. This shift from "excessive and extraordinary" to "reasonable" costs aims to clarify the financial responsibilities of those in control of hazardous substances, making it easier for the state to recover costs associated with hazardous incidents.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 455B.392