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Introduced
01/31/2025
01/31/2025
In Committee
01/31/2025
01/31/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Provides that owners and operators of CCR surface impoundments at electric generating plants that are within 4,000 feet of Lake Michigan shall close the CCR surface impoundment by removal and off-site disposal, pursuant to specified provisions and requirements. In additional provisions, requires an owner or operator of an electric generating plant located within 4,000 feet of Lake Michigan that generates or has generated CCR that is not disposed of, treated, stored, or abandoned in a CCR surface impoundment to remove from the owner's or operator's site, for off-site disposal, all CCR generated by the facility that is not disposed of, treated, stored, or abandoned in a CCR surface impoundment and remediate all soil and groundwater impacted by the CCR, in accordance with specified requirements. Requires owners or operators to submit specified plans and reports to the Environmental Protection Agency. Provides that an owner or operator shall post with the Agency a performance bond or other security for the purpose of ensuring removal and remediation in accordance with the provisions. Provides that the Agency may enter into such contracts and agreements as it deems necessary to carry out the purposes of the provisions. Provides that neither the State, nor the Director of the Agency, nor any State employee shall be liable for any damages or injuries arising out of or resulting from any action taken under the provisions. Contains other provisions. Contains a severability provision. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Environmental Protection Act to provide stringent requirements for handling coal combustion residuals (CCR) near Lake Michigan. Specifically, the bill mandates that owners and operators of electric generating plants located within 4,000 feet of Lake Michigan must close their CCR surface impoundments through complete removal and off-site disposal. For facilities with CCR not stored in surface impoundments, the bill requires comprehensive site investigation, removal of all CCR, and full remediation of impacted soil and groundwater. The bill includes detailed procedural requirements, such as submitting site investigation reports and removal plans to the Environmental Protection Agency, providing public notice and opportunities for comment, and maintaining performance bonds to ensure compliance. The legislation aims to protect Lake Michigan's water quality by preventing further contamination from coal combustion residuals, with a particular focus on environmental justice and public participation. Owners and operators must follow strict timelines for investigation, planning, and implementation, with the Agency providing oversight and approval at each stage of the process.
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura (on 02/25/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1436&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1436.htm |
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