This bill proposes to increase the reimbursement caps from the oil discharge and disposal cleanup fund for owners of on-premise-use facilities who demonstrate financial need. Specifically, the reimbursement for costs to meet local and department operating standards will rise from $3,300 to $4,000, and the reimbursement for underground storage tank abandonment or removal costs will increase from $2,500 to $4,500. Additionally, the bill changes the deadline for the board to submit its annual report on the status of the cleanup fund from October 1 to March 1.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the licensing fees for importing oil into the state, adjusting various rates for different types of oil. For example, the fee for on-road and off-road gasoline and diesel fuel will decrease from $0.01625 to $0.01546 per gallon, while the fee for fuel oil and diesel products will increase from $0.01375 to $0.02715 per gallon. The bill also establishes a new effective date for certain sections, with most provisions taking effect on July 1, 2035, while some will take effect on January 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to enhance financial support for facility owners while adjusting the structure of oil import fees to ensure adequate funding for the cleanup efforts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 146-D:5, 146-D:6, 146-A:11-b
As Amended by the Senate: 146-D:5, 146-D:6, 146-A:11-b
HB658 text: 146-D:5, 146-D:6, 146-A:11-b