IN HB1053

Establishes the Soil and Septic System Education and Research Council with 5-9 members, including representatives from Purdue University's agriculture, agronomy, and water resources departments

Requires the Dean of Agriculture at Purdue University to establish and administer a soil and septic system education and research program covering research, education, and outreach activities

Creates the Soil and Septic System Education and Research Fund, which does not revert to the state general fund at fiscal year end

Mandates county health departments and the Marion County Health and Hospital Corporation impose a $10 fee on each septic system permit (for operation, installation, construction, repair, or replacement), with fees transferred to the state treasurer by the 15th of the following month

Prohibits the director from regulating septic systems, wastewater treatment systems, or their pricing, and bars fund use for political or legislative activities