ID S1299

Establishes comprehensive dairy product inspection and quality standards administered by the Department of Agriculture Director, including requirements for milk and cream sanitation, processor testing protocols, and permit issuance for new or expanding dairy farms.

Creates the Dairy Environmental Control Act to regulate dairy waste systems and prevent ground water contamination, requiring nutrient management plans, design/construction standards for waste systems, and environmental compliance inspections at dairy farms.

Authorizes civil enforcement actions and penalties up to $10,000 per occurrence for unauthorized discharges or noncompliance, with civil penalties remitted to the county where the violation occurred.

Establishes milk hauler and transportation tank standards including sanitation requirements, permits valid for three years at $25 fee, and quality control protocols for milk sampling and testing.

Provides "safe harbor" protection for dairy farms operating in compliance with the law, exempting them from state enforcement actions for water quality violations except in cases of imminent and substantial danger.