The bill amends various sections of the Louisiana Revised Statutes related to the Motor Fuels Underground Storage Tank Trust Dedicated Fund Account. Key changes include the definition of "eligible participant," which now includes owners of underground storage tanks that are temporarily closed, and the addition of "site assessment and characterization" to the definition of "specialized services." The bill also clarifies that tanks used for storing heating oil are exempt from registration unless they contain hazardous waste. Furthermore, it updates the financial responsibility requirements for noncompliance and allows for the disbursement of funds from the Tank Trust Account for remediation actions beyond the previously established financial limits if deemed necessary for public health or environmental safety.

Additionally, the bill repeals a specific provision regarding the timeline for initial assessments related to disbursements from the Tank Trust Account. It establishes that remediation work contracted after a certain date will be paid directly to the response action contractor upon proper invoicing, rather than reimbursing the tank owners. The bill aims to enhance the management and accountability of underground storage tanks, ensuring better protection of public health and the environment while streamlining the processes for registration, compliance, and financial responsibility.

Statutes affected:
SB247 Original: 30:2194(B)(4), 30:2195(D), 30:2(A)(1), 30:4(A)(1), 30:10(D), 30:2194(C)(4), 30:4(A)(3)
SB247 Engrossed: 30:2194(B)(4), 30:2195(D), 30:2(A)(1), 30:4(A)(1), 30:10(D), 30:2194(C)(4), 30:4(A)(3)
SB247 Reengrossed: 30:2194(B)(4), 30:2195(D), 30:2(A)(1), 30:4(A)(1), 30:10(D), 30:4(A)(3)
SB247 Enrolled: 30:2194(B)(4), 30:2195(D), 30:2(A)(1), 30:4(A)(1), 30:10(D), 30:4(A)(3)
SB247 Act : 30:2194(B)(4), 30:2195(D), 30:2(A)(1), 30:4(A)(1), 30:10(D), 30:4(A)(3)