The bill amends the Public Health Code to establish new regulations and definitions for onsite wastewater treatment systems and alternative greywater systems. It introduces terms such as "acceptable alternative greywater system" and "public sanitary sewer system," while outlining the responsibilities of local health departments in managing these systems. The legislation emphasizes the importance of public sanitary sewer systems for health and safety, mandates proper management of onsite wastewater treatment systems, and creates a public education and training fund to support outreach efforts. It also clarifies that certain property owners are not required to connect to public sanitary sewer systems under specific conditions and provides guidelines for the construction and maintenance of outhouses.

Additionally, the bill sets forth requirements for the evaluation and management of onsite wastewater treatment systems, including the necessity for property owners to obtain evaluations every ten years if their systems are older or under certain environmental conditions. It establishes penalties for non-compliance, including civil fines and the potential for waivers based on financial hardship. The bill also creates a framework for the registration of evaluators, mandates audits of evaluation reports, and establishes an electronic database for tracking these systems. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance public health and environmental protection through improved oversight and management of onsite wastewater treatment systems, with amendments taking effect 90 days after enactment.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 333.12751