The bill H.303 aims to prohibit the land application of septage, sludge, and biosolids in the state of Vermont. It also seeks to ban the sale of compost and other agricultural products that contain or are produced from these materials. The bill introduces new definitions for biosolids, septage, and sludge, clarifying their meanings within the context of the law. Additionally, it amends existing regulations regarding solid waste management facilities, specifically stating that no person shall apply or spread septage, sludge, or biosolids on land, nor sell or distribute products derived from these materials for agricultural purposes.

Key amendments include the deletion of previous provisions related to testing solid wastes prior to beneficial use and the establishment of a prohibition on land application and sale of products containing septage, sludge, or biosolids. The bill also modifies the certification requirements for solid waste management facilities, ensuring that any treatment or storage of sludge or septage complies with an approved management plan. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 10-6602, 10-6604b, 10-6605