The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code concerning solid waste management and the formation of joint solid waste management districts. It requires counties to either establish their own solid waste management districts or collaborate with others to form a joint district, with a minimum population threshold of 120,000. Key provisions include clarifying the governance structure of joint districts, detailing the roles of county commissioners, and allowing for the issuance of bonds to fund solid waste facilities. The bill also introduces new enforcement measures for waste disposal, particularly for waste generated outside the district, and grants the director of environmental protection the authority to modify related rules.

Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for counties to withdraw from joint districts, allowing unilateral withdrawal through a resolution and a memorandum of understanding for a two-year transition period. It specifies that upon withdrawal, the county will become a separate solid waste management district, while the remaining counties continue as a joint district. The legislation also addresses the management of construction and demolition debris, establishing a fee structure for disposal and requiring monthly returns from facility operators. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the efficiency of solid waste management in Ohio while ensuring compliance with environmental standards and protecting public health.

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