This bill mandates that owners or operators of scrap processing facilities must obtain a permit from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) before storing or processing automotive shredder residue (ASR). The DEP is tasked with establishing a permitting program that sets limits on the volume, height, and duration of ASR storage, considering its hazardous and flammable nature, as well as restrictions on storage near residential areas and critical infrastructure. Facilities that store ASR must adhere to the limits and prohibitions outlined in their permits.

Additionally, the bill amends the "Solid Waste Management Act" to define "hazardous waste" to include ASR, which is described as the nonrecyclable residue generated from processing various scrap metals through a hammermill shredder. This inclusion subjects those who handle ASR to the same regulations that govern other hazardous wastes, ensuring stricter oversight and management of this material. The bill is set to take effect one year after its enactment, allowing the DEP time to implement necessary regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13:1E-3