The bill introduced by Representative Brennan aims to enact a new section, 1509.101, in the Revised Code of Ohio, which mandates that owners of horizontal oil and gas wells operating in or under state parks disclose specific information regarding the chemicals used in their drilling operations. Specifically, the bill requires these owners to provide the trade name and all chemical components of products, fluids, and substances utilized in the drilling process to the chief of the division of oil and gas resources management at least thirty days prior to their use.
Additionally, the bill stipulates that the chief must promptly post the disclosed information on the division's website, ensuring transparency and public access to this critical data. This legislation seeks to enhance environmental protection and public awareness regarding the chemical substances involved in oil and gas drilling activities within state parks.