Kansas 2023-2024 Regular Session

Kansas House Bill HB2159

Introduced
1/24/23  
Refer
1/24/23  

Caption

Providing for additional sources of revenue for the water program management fund and creating additional fees for the regulation of underground injection control wells.

Impact

By creating these new fees and updating regulatory frameworks, HB2159 is designed to strengthen the state’s capability to manage its water resources effectively. This includes ensuring that wastewater treatment facilities operate within established safety standards, thereby protecting both surface and groundwater from contamination. The bill also supports the state's obligation under the federal Clean Water Act to maintain and improve water quality, thus reflecting the state's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship.

Summary

House Bill 2159 aims to amend existing regulations concerning the management of wastewater treatment facilities, water wells, and underground injection control wells in the state of Kansas. Central to this legislation is the establishment of new fees that would provide additional revenue streams for the water program management fund. The bill grants the Secretary of Health and Environment the authority to impose these additional fees, which are intended to enhance the regulation and monitoring of water resource management activities that are vital for public health and environmental safety.

Contention

While the bill seeks to improve water quality and safety, there are potential points of contention regarding the imposition of new fees. Stakeholders, particularly in the agricultural and industrial sectors, may express concerns about the financial implications of these additional costs. Furthermore, there may be debates regarding the extent of the secretary's authority in regulating and charging fees, as this could affect existing operations and compliance requirements for both small and large facilities. Should the bill evolve into law, it will necessitate careful scrutiny of the regulatory environment and its ramifications on affected entities within Kansas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

KS HB2525

Providing for additional sources of revenue for the water program management fund and creating additional fees for the regulation of underground injection control wells.

KS HB2633

Providing for additional sources of revenue for the water program management fund and requiring water supply system and wastewater treatment facility operator certification examination fees to not exceed the costs for such exams.

KS HCSR3

Establishes a joint committee to study the impact of federal laws and regulations on the use of injection wells for the underground injection of fluids

KS SB1715

Relating to regulation of the management and disposal of certain drinking water treatment residuals through underground injection.

KS HB3412

Relating to regulation of the management and disposal of certain drinking water treatment residuals through underground injection.

KS AB1057

Oil and gas: Geologic Energy Management Division: wells and facilities: disposition and acquisition notices: indemnity bonds and remediation: additional security: civil penalty.

KS HB1808

Relating to the regulation and management of produced water from oil and gas operations.

KS HB3884

Relating to the regulation and management of produced water from oil and gas operations.

KS SB1568

Corporation Commission; modifying authority over certain injection wells; establishing process for Class VI facility applications and unitization. Effective date.

KS SB831

Providing for the injection of carbon dioxide into an underground reservoir for the purpose of carbon sequestration, for the ownership of pore space in strata below surface lands and waters of the Commonwealth, for conveyance of the surface ownership of real property; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection and the Environmental Hearing Board; and establishing the Carbon Dioxide Storage Facility Fund.

Similar Bills

KS HB2525

Providing for additional sources of revenue for the water program management fund and creating additional fees for the regulation of underground injection control wells.

WV HB4491

To establish requirements for carbon dioxide sequestration

WV SB622

Establishing requirements for carbon dioxide sequestration

LA SB257

Provides relative to underground storage tanks and the Motor Fuels Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund. (8/1/16) (EN INCREASE SD EX See Note)

LA SB247

Provides for the Motor Fuels Underground Storage Tank Trust Dedicated Fund Account. (8/1/24) (EN INCREASE SG EX See Note)

LA HB1035

Provides relative to the Underground Storage Tank Program

CA SB797

Electric utility distribution and transmission system facilities: undergrounding and insulation.

SD HB1030

Update statutory and regulatory references pertaining to water pollution.