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SB 593 (2026)

Allow solid waste management funds for solid waste management districts

This bill became law.

Last updated 2026-05-18 5:43 am
Summary:

Defines "landfill expansion" and grants the Department of Environmental Services exclusive authority to permit such expansions, overriding local restrictions, while requiring increased host community fees.

The Senate rewrote the bill. The new bill allows the use of funds from the solid waste management fund for solid waste management districts.

Bill Sponsor:
Kevin A. Avard
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Status:
SIGNED BY GOVERNOR
Status Detail:
Signed by Governor
Public Hearing Date:
04/14/2026 11:30 am
Public Hearing Location:
GP Room 153
House Voting Date:
04/23/2026
Senate Voting Date:
03/26/2026
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