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AR HB1079
Bill
Status
5/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Steve Unger
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $1,046,553 from the Hazardous Substance Remedial Action Trust Fund to the Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality for fiscal year 2023-2024.
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Funds contractual services with the University of Arkansas Department of Geosciences to sample groundwater in Tontitown, Arkansas and the surrounding Boone Formation to assess the impact of the Eco-Vista Landfill.
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Requires the department to enter into the contract by September 1, 2024, with research findings and a completed report due by October 1, 2026, to be submitted to Legislative Council by October 31, 2026.
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Restricts the special language provisions to apply only from July 1, 2023 through September 1, 2024.
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Declares an emergency clause due to insufficient funds for essential governmental services, making the act effective upon passage and approval.
Legislative Description
An Act For The Department Of Energy And Environment - Division Of Environmental Quality Supplemental Appropriation.
Last Action
Died in the House at Sine Die Adjournment
5/9/2024