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CT HB05107

CT HB05107
An Act Establishing A Moratorium On Permits To Burn Medical Waste.


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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/04/2025

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To mitigate risks associated with medical waste burning and protect the health and safety of residents in the state.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a temporary moratorium (pause) on issuing permits for burning medical waste. The purpose is to allow the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) to collaborate with the Department of Public Health (DPH) to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment related to medical waste incineration and develop appropriate health and safety standards. By temporarily halting the approval of new permits for medical waste burning, the bill aims to protect residents' health and safety by ensuring that potential risks are thoroughly evaluated before allowing such activities to continue. The moratorium provides a critical opportunity for state agencies to carefully examine the potential environmental and health impacts of medical waste burning and establish robust guidelines to mitigate any identified risks.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Environment (on 01/13/2025)

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