Bill No. 3 aims to prohibit the land application of sludge and biosolid material in Oklahoma starting July 1, 2027, to safeguard public health and safety. The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will not issue new permits for such applications, while the renewal of existing permits will be at the DEQ's discretion. Additionally, the bill mandates that all entities currently permitted to land apply sludge or biosolid material must reduce their application by 25% by September 1, 2025, and by 50% by September 1, 2026. Furthermore, these entities are required to submit a plan for the complete cessation of land application activities to the DEQ by September 1, 2025.

The bill also includes a definition of biosolid material, specifically identifying it as sewage sludge containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. The DEQ is tasked with promulgating rules to implement these provisions effectively. An emergency clause is included, allowing the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval, emphasizing the urgency of the measures outlined in the bill.