Bill > HB488

This bill modifies the composition and operation of the Clean Water Commission in Missouri by making several key changes. The commission will continue to consist of seven members appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate, with no more than four members from the same political party. The bill removes a previous prohibition on members receiving income from permit holders and instead requires the commission to establish rules for members to exempt themselves from discussions and votes when potential conflicts of interest exist. The bill maintains requirements that members have knowledge and interest in water quality, conservation, and the needs of various sectors like agriculture, industry, and publicly owned wastewater treatment works. Members will continue to serve four-year terms, with no term limits, and can be removed by the governor for cause. The commission must hold at least four regular meetings annually, with four members constituting a quorum, and all meetings must be open to the public. A member who misses six consecutive regular meetings will be considered to have resigned, and the governor will immediately appoint a replacement. These changes aim to ensure the commission remains representative, transparent, and focused on water quality management.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB488&year=2025&code=R