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IA HF2313
Bill
Status
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mary Madison
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AI Summary
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Prohibits coal-fired power plants and coal ash landfills from discharging toxic pollutants (including mercury, arsenic, and cadmium) from flue gas desulfurization wastewater, bottom ash transport water, or combustion residual leachate into water sources.
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Facilities operating before July 1, 2026, must comply with the discharge prohibition by December 31, 2029.
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New coal-fired power plants and coal ash landfills beginning operation on or after July 1, 2026, must comply with the prohibition before commencing operations.
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Creates new Iowa Code section 455B.200 and directs the department to adopt rules necessary for implementation.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the discharge of toxic pollutants associated with coal ash into water sources.
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Environmental Protection. H.J. 224.
2/6/2026