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HB2064: Removing the current solid waste permit exception for the disposal of solid waste generated by drilling oil and gas wells through the practice of land-spreading.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill would end an exception that allows oil and gas drilling companies to dispose of waste generated by their operations without a permit. Instead, they would need to get permission from the state before spreading this waste on land.

Who This Affects

Kansas farmers and rural residents who live near areas where oil and gas drilling occurs may be affected if this bill passes, as it could lead to more regulations around waste disposal in these areas.

Key Provisions

• The bill would remove an exception that currently allows oil and gas companies to dispose of waste without a permit

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Timeline

Introduced

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Last Action

House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507

Feb 19, 2025

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