The bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act by introducing new definitions and requirements related to Class I multisource commercial hazardous waste disposal wells. It defines a "Class I multisource commercial hazardous waste disposal well" and clarifies that it must be operational during the state fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The bill also specifies that the owner or operator of such a well must obtain a construction permit for an on-site treatment facility and storage facility before drilling or converting a well. Additionally, it establishes a fee structure based on the quantity of waste disposed of in the well, which is set at 0.417 cents per gallon, subject to adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index.

Furthermore, the bill creates a disposal well host community fund, into which the collected fees will be deposited. This fund will be used to administer the fund and provide annual grants to cities and townships hosting Class I multisource commercial hazardous waste disposal wells. The grants will be calculated based on the percentage of fee revenue collected from the wells in the respective jurisdictions, and they are intended to promote public health, safety, or welfare. The bill also includes provisions for the evaluation of fee exemption certifications and enforcement actions against false certifications or unpaid fees.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 324.62506
As Passed by the Senate: 324.62506