Bill > HB05525

This bill proposes to amend the state's general statutes to authorize and in some cases require the use of nitrogen-reducing septic systems. Specifically, the bill would permit the installation of these advanced septic systems for both new constructions and system upgrades throughout the state, with a mandatory requirement for their use in environmentally sensitive areas near coastal waters, large lakes, and estuaries. Nitrogen-reducing septic systems are advanced wastewater treatment technologies designed to remove excess nitrogen from household sewage before it is discharged into the environment, which helps protect water quality and prevent environmental degradation. By requiring these systems in ecologically vulnerable regions, the bill aims to mitigate nitrogen pollution that can lead to harmful algal blooms, decreased oxygen levels in water, and damage to aquatic ecosystems.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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