The bill amends the Kansas Drycleaner Environmental Response Act to enhance compliance and funding for addressing contamination from drycleaning solvents. Key changes include an increase in the deductible rate for corrective actions from $5,000 to $10,000, effective July 1, 2025, and an increase in the environmental surcharge on laundering and drycleaning services from 2.5% to 5% of gross receipts. The bill also revises the delinquency penalties associated with these fees and establishes that the Department of Health and Environment will manage the drycleaning facility release trust fund without actively seeking out contaminated sites, responding only as issues arise.

Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions related to drycleaning operations and outlines the factors the director of the division of environment must consider when imposing administrative penalties, prioritizing human health and environmental impacts. It mandates the secretary of revenue to submit an annual report on the fund's activities and repeals several existing statutes to streamline the regulatory framework. The bill will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-34
As Amended by Senate Committee: 65-34