The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to extend the sunset date of the hazardous waste management fee by five years, allowing the state to generate necessary revenue to meet federal grant matching requirements. Specifically, it modifies section 22-18-22 of the Hazardous Waste Management Act, ensuring that the annual certification fee for hazardous waste management facilities will now terminate on June 30, 2030, instead of the previously established date. This extension is crucial for maintaining the funding needed for the hazardous waste management program.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the department report annually to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance regarding the financial activities of the Hazardous Waste Management Fee Fund. This includes details on moneys collected, expenditures, federal matching funds received, and an accounting of the fee collection by permit activity. The overall aim of these changes is to ensure the sustainability of the hazardous waste management program in West Virginia while complying with federal requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 22-18-22
Engrossed Version: 22-18-22
Enrolled Version: 22-18-22