This bill proposes an amendment to the Aboveground Storage Tank Act in West Virginia, specifically targeting the exemptions outlined in section 22-30-3. The key change involves the removal of electrical transformers from the list of exempted aboveground storage tanks. The bill introduces new legal language stating that "transformers" are no longer exempt, thereby subjecting them to the regulations of the Aboveground Storage Tank Act. Additionally, the bill clarifies that all aboveground storage tanks and regulated substances stored within them are subject to the provisions of the article, except for those specifically exempted.

The bill also maintains existing exemptions for various categories of devices, such as shipping containers, swimming pools, and devices containing drinking water, while adding new exemptions for any tanks specifically exempted by rule of the department. The overall aim of the legislation is to enhance environmental protection by ensuring that electrical transformers, which can pose risks if not properly regulated, are included under the purview of the Aboveground Storage Tank Act.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 22-30-3