HB 28 Summary

• Transfers land survey program from the Department of Natural Resources to the Department of Agriculture by Type I transfer, including all associated powers, duties, functions, and employees.

• Creates new funds and reorganizes existing ones, including establishing the Department of Agriculture Land Survey Revolving Services Fund and transferring related assets from the Department of Natural Resources Revolving Services Fund.

• Modifies appeal procedures by establishing that certain administrative appeals under environmental chapters are heard by the administrative hearing commission, with final decisions rendered for specific chapters including those related to land surveys and water quality.

• Updates permit and licensing requirements across multiple environmental programs by revising definitions, application procedures, and fee structures for solid waste management, hazardous waste, water quality, and air quality permits.

• Declares sections 640.080 and 644.057 as emergency measures regarding beach water quality standards for state parks and clean water fee structure review processes, making them effective immediately upon passage.