This bill amends K.S.A. 65-166a to extend the expiration period for permits issued under the water pollution control permit system from five years to ten years. It allows the secretary of health and environment to issue permits for terms shorter than ten years if valid cause is determined. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the assessment of fees related to the permits, which are based on various factors such as the quantity of waste discharged and the capacity of treatment facilities. The bill also specifies that fees for permits required for the extension of sewage collection systems will not be assessed, while fees for treatment devices and facilities will be nonrefundable.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the annual permit fees for confined feeding facilities based on their animal unit capacity, with specific maximum fees established for different capacity ranges. It also states that any confined feeding facility with an animal unit capacity of fewer than 300 may be required to obtain a permit if deemed to have significant water pollution potential. The bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 65-166a and mandates that all fees collected be remitted to the state treasurer for deposit into the water program management fund.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-166a
Enrolled: 65-166a