The Kansas Organic Waste Land Application Accountability Act establishes regulations for the land application of biosolids and organic waste materials, with specific exemptions for bona fide farmers conducting normal farming operations on their own land. The bill outlines requirements for permitting, testing, sampling, documentation, and operational limitations, including setbacks of 1,000 feet from residences and prohibitions on application during certain soil and weather conditions. It also defines nuisance conditions and allows the Secretary of Health and Environment, as well as local counties, to issue cease and desist orders or impose civil penalties for violations.
Additionally, the act mandates that land spreaders obtain permits before conducting land applications and adhere to strict testing protocols for contaminants, including PFAS compounds. The Secretary is empowered to adopt further regulations and conduct independent testing, while counties retain the authority to enforce additional restrictions. The act emphasizes the importance of minimizing nuisances and provides a framework for addressing complaints related to land application activities. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure public health and environmental safety in the management of organic waste.