The bill amends existing Kansas law regarding the responsibility for costs associated with the application of commercial pesticides, particularly focusing on properties in Johnson County. It provides an exemption from remediation costs or other liabilities for owners of certain properties previously owned by the United States Army, where legally registered pesticidal commercial chemical products were applied prior to 2005. The bill specifies that no state agency or subdivision shall issue cleanup orders or seek recovery of costs related to these properties unless they are converted to residential use or used as a daycare facility. Additionally, property owners must include a notice in any deed transferring such property about the potential presence of these chemicals.

The bill also amends K.S.A. 65-3453 and K.S.A. 65-3455, detailing the powers of the secretary regarding site cleanups and the responsibilities of those deemed responsible for hazardous substance discharges. It clarifies that responsible parties must bear the costs of investigation and remediation unless exempted under the new provisions. The existing sections of K.S.A. 65-3453 and 65-3455 are repealed, and the act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-3453, 65-3455
{As Amended by House Committee of the Whole}: 65-3453, 65-3455
As Amended by Senate Committee: 65-3453, 65-3455