The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to enhance the management of solid waste and construction debris, while 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, detailing the roles of county commissioners and fiscal officers, as well as their authority to issue bonds for facility construction. The bill also introduces enforcement measures for waste disposal rules, including limitations on accepting out-of-district waste, and mandates compliance with approved solid waste management plans.

Additionally, the bill outlines the processes for establishing new joint districts and for counties to join or withdraw from existing ones, requiring resolutions and notifications to relevant authorities. It introduces a fee structure for solid waste disposal, including provisions for the collection and distribution of fees associated with construction and demolition debris, while removing previous exemptions for certain facilities. The legislation emphasizes compliance with solid waste management plans and clarifies the responsibilities of various officials in managing scrap tires and other waste. Overall, the bill aims to streamline solid waste management practices, enhance public health and environmental protection, and ensure efficient operations of regional authorities.

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