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FL S0828
Joint Resolution
AI Summary
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Proposes creation of Section 30 of Article X of the State Constitution to prohibit extreme well stimulation activities in Florida, subject to voter approval at the next general election.
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Defines "extreme well stimulation" as injecting fluids into rock formations to propagate fractures or dissolve rock to increase oil or gas production, including hydraulic fracturing, acid fracturing, matrix acidizing, pneumatic fracturing, and fracturing with dynamic loading.
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Exempts routine well activities from the prohibition, including well cleanout, maintenance, damage removal from drilling, bottom hole pressure surveys, scale or precipitate removal, and gravel pack treatments not exceeding formation fracture gradient.
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Establishes state policy to protect water resources by prohibiting extreme well stimulation due to significant contamination risks.
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Imposes fines up to $50,000 per violation for any person, firm, corporation, or governmental agency that engages in or refuses to comply with the prohibition, with each day of violation constituting a separate offense.
Legislative Description
Prohibition Against Hydraulic Fracturing and Other Forms of Well Stimulation
Last Action
Died in Environmental Preservation and Conservation
3/10/2018