Bill > HB2395

This bill modifies Missouri's regulations for sewage disposal systems by updating several key provisions related to on-site sewage disposal. The bill requires the Department of Health and Senior Services to develop state standards for sewage system location, size, and installation based on soil properties, and create a mandatory registration program for on-site wastewater treatment system professionals by January 1, 2027. The bill eliminates previous language about percolation tests, replacing it with a requirement for soil morphology evaluations, and expands the list of qualified professionals who can conduct these evaluations to include licensed engineers, sanitarians, geologists, and soil scientists. The legislation also changes the permitting process for constructing or modifying sewage disposal systems, now requiring individuals to submit an application, pay a fee, and obtain a construction permit. The bill aims to ensure more consistent and professional oversight of sewage system installation by establishing clearer standards, professional qualifications, and a structured permitting process. Fees collected through this process will be used to cover the administrative costs of implementing these new sewage disposal regulations.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2395&year=2026&code=R