NC H773

Requires oil and gas developers to disclose the identity of each chemical used in hydraulic fracturing fluid to the Commission and Department 15 calendar days before initiating treatment.

Makes the identity of chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing a public record under Chapter 132 of the General Statutes, not subject to confidentiality claims.

Allows the Commission and Department to keep the actual or maximum concentration levels of hydraulic fracturing chemicals confidential if they qualify as protected trade secrets or proprietary information.

Removes penalties for unlawful disclosure of confidential information related to chemicals used in the hydraulic fracturing process.

Section 2 becomes effective December 1, 2015; remainder effective when signed into law.