The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code concerning solid waste management and construction debris, establishing new procedures for counties to withdraw from joint solid waste management districts. Key provisions require counties to either create their own solid waste management district or collaborate with others, with a minimum population threshold of 120,000. The governance structure of joint districts is clarified, with boards of county commissioners serving as the board of directors, and the bill outlines their powers, including appointing fiscal officers and managing solid waste facilities. Additionally, it introduces new legal language regarding the advisory role of county prosecuting attorneys and the process for issuing bonds for facility construction.

The bill also addresses the management of construction and demolition debris, establishing a framework for disposal fees and requiring facility operators to submit monthly returns. It allows for the levying of fees on disposal activities and mandates public hearings for any changes to rates. Significant changes include the removal of previous exemptions related to debris disposal and the introduction of new definitions and requirements for solid waste management plans. The bill aims to enhance the efficiency of solid waste management in Ohio while ensuring compliance with updated legal standards and addressing public health concerns associated with waste disposal.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 343.01, 343.011, 343.012, 343.022, 343.08, 3714.07, 3714.073, 3734.521, 3734.53, 3734.56, 3734.57, 3734.574
As Reported By Senate Committee: 343.01, 343.011, 343.012, 343.022, 343.08, 3714.07, 3714.073, 3734.521, 3734.53, 3734.56, 3734.57, 3734.574
As Passed By Senate: 343.01, 343.011, 343.012, 343.022, 343.08, 3714.07, 3714.073, 3734.521, 3734.53, 3734.56, 3734.57, 3734.574
As Reported By House Committee: 343.01, 343.011, 343.012, 343.022, 343.08, 3714.07, 3714.073, 3734.521, 3734.53, 3734.56, 3734.57, 3734.574, 3745.015
As Passed By House: 343.01, 343.011, 343.012, 343.022, 343.08, 3714.07, 3714.073, 3734.521, 3734.53, 3734.56, 3734.57, 3734.574, 3745.015
As Enrolled: 343.01, 343.011, 343.012, 343.022, 343.08, 3714.07, 3714.073, 3734.521, 3734.53, 3734.56, 3734.57, 3734.574, 3745.015, 3734.522