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CA AB1904
Bill
Status
11/30/2016
Primary Sponsor
Scott Wilk
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AI Summary
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Requires the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment to submit a report to the Legislature by January 1, 2019, assessing potential dangers of odorants currently used in natural gas storage facilities to public health, safety, and the environment
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Mandates identification of alternative odorants for natural gas storage facilities that pose lower risks, with evaluation of feasibility, chemical risks including corrosion, and effectiveness at warning of gas leaks
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Requires consultation with odorant producers, state and federal agencies, and interested parties with relevant scientific research during the assessment process
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Defines "odorant" as any material added to natural gas to create a distinct odor detectable by persons with normal sense of smell
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Chapter automatically repeals on January 1, 2021, and takes effect immediately as an urgency statute
Legislative Description
Hazardous materials: natural gas odorants.
Last Action
From Senate committee without further action.
11/30/2016