HI HB2442

Prohibits waste or disposal facilities (transfer stations, landfills, open dumps, solid waste reduction facilities, and other facilities requiring health department permits) from being located in conservation districts except in emergency circumstances.

Defines "emergency circumstances" as natural or man-made occurrences that result or may likely result in substantial injury, harm to population, or damage to property, and limits emergency facility locations to a maximum of 3 years.

Requires a minimum one-half mile buffer zone around municipal solid waste landfill units for construction, operation, modification, or expansion activities.

Applies buffer zone requirement to all persons, including federal agencies, the State, and counties.

Takes effect on July 1, 2020.