Loading chat...
FL H1245
Bill
Status
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Prohibits land application of bulk Class AA biosolids fertilizer and compost products from exceeding appropriate agronomic rates, and bans bulk biosolids application that constitutes disposal rather than beneficial reuse
-
Requires land application site owners/operators to maintain detailed application records for at least 5 years, including biosolids classification, site address, quantities, application dates, and names of transporters and applicators
-
Mandates the Department of Environmental Protection initiate rulemaking by November 1, 2026, to implement provisions for bulk distribution and marketing of Class AA biosolids
-
Requires University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences to publish biennial recommended agronomic rates for bulk Class AA biosolids reuse, with initial publication by November 1, 2027
-
Prohibits marketing or distribution of Class AA biosolids products for agricultural use unless they meet Chapter 576 fertilizer requirements or, for compost products without nutrient claims, are certified under the U.S. Composting Council Seal of Testing Assurance Program
Legislative Description
Biosolids Management
Last Action
Ordered enrolled
3/10/2026