The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to enhance the management and regulation of solid waste and construction debris in Ohio. It introduces new procedures for counties to withdraw from joint solid waste management districts and establishes requirements for the formation and management of these districts, including a minimum population threshold of 120,000 for joint districts unless an exemption is granted. The bill clarifies the roles of county commissioners and joint district boards, including the appointment of fiscal officers and the management of solid waste facilities. It also allows for the issuance of bonds to finance solid waste facility construction and sets conditions for accepting out-of-district waste, emphasizing compliance with solid waste management plans.

Additionally, the bill outlines the formation of regional solid waste management authorities, requiring legislative authorities to vote on proposals, and updates the language to replace gender-specific terms with gender-neutral alternatives. It establishes a fee structure for the disposal of construction and demolition debris, allowing municipal corporations and townships to levy fees, and introduces a new environmental protection fund to support the activities of the Environmental Protection Agency. The bill also streamlines the processes for changes in district composition, clarifies the responsibilities of solid waste management policy committees, and enhances financial assistance for local entities to address public health and safety concerns related to solid waste facilities. Overall, the legislation aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of solid waste management across the state.

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