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IN HB1299

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/15/2014

Primary Sponsor

Eric Koch

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • County governing boards may not regulate exploration, drilling, deepening, conversion, or operation of oil and gas wells, including setback requirements, hydraulic fracturing, or bonding requirements
  • Municipalities may not regulate oil and gas well operations concerning hydraulic fracturing unless the operation is regulated under zoning ordinances (IC 36-7-4)
  • County and municipal governments may petition the director of the oil and gas division for a waiver to adopt ordinances regulating oil and gas wells if a special circumstance exists
  • Director may grant waivers to eliminate or minimize nuisances, provide reasonable barriers or setbacks from occupied structures, or eliminate adverse effects on resident health, safety, or public welfare
  • Bill becomes effective July 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Local regulation of oil and gas wells.

Last Action

Representative Morris added as coauthor.

1/27/2014

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources1/15/2014

Full Bill Text

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