Bill > H3503

This bill amends two sections of South Carolina law to prohibit the state Department of Environmental Services from issuing permits for solid waste management facilities or mining activities within two miles of public parks, preserves, green spaces, or other protected natural areas. Specifically, the bill prevents the department from granting permits for facilities like landfills, municipal solid waste landfills, sanitary landfills, solid waste disposal facilities, or any mining exploration and operation activities if the proposed site is located within two miles of a public natural area owned or managed by federal, state, county, municipal, or other public entities. This restriction applies to various types of permits, including certificates of exploration, general mining permits, and operating permits. The provisions are designed to protect public natural areas from potentially environmentally disruptive activities, creating a buffer zone around parks and preserved spaces. The bill will take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3503&session=126&summary=B