SB 1132 Summary

• Prohibits all well stimulation treatments (hydraulic fracturing and acid stimulation) until an independent scientific study is completed by June 30, 2016, a multi-agency committee reviews it, and the Governor determines specific protective measures are in place.

• Requires the Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources to adopt comprehensive regulations by June 30, 2015 governing well stimulation treatment permits, including requirements for water management plans, chemical disclosure, groundwater monitoring, and notification to property owners within 1,500 feet of well sites.

• Mandates full public disclosure of well stimulation fluid composition and all chemicals used, with limited trade secret protections, and requires operators to post this information on a state-maintained public website within 60 days of treatment completion.

• Establishes an independent scientific study to evaluate potential health and environmental impacts including water contamination, air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, seismic activity, effects on disadvantaged communities, and wildlife harm from well stimulation activities.

• Requires baseline and follow-up water quality testing for property owners near well sites, with costs paid by operators, and allows the Governor to extend or maintain the prohibition if adequate safeguards are not in place.