The bill amends Title 58 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically Section 3273.1, which pertains to the relationship between oil and gas well operations and solid waste and surface mining regulations. The amendments clarify that an owner or operator of a well is required to obtain a permit and post a bond under the Solid Waste Management Act, as well as provide public notice for any waste disposal methods used at the well site. The previous language that implied a general obligation has been replaced with specific requirements for well operators, including the need to meet certain conditions related to permitting, financial security, and compliance with environmental regulations.

Additionally, the bill outlines that obligations under the Noncoal Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act for borrow areas used in oil and gas development will be considered satisfied if the well operator meets the same conditions regarding permitting, bonding, and compliance. The amendments streamline the requirements for well operators, ensuring that they are clearly defined and focused on compliance with existing regulations. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 379 (Mar 17, 2025): 58-3273.1(a)
Printer's No. 0379: 58-3273.1(a)