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OK SB482

Bill

Status

Passed

4/28/2015

Primary Sponsor

Jeffrey Hickman

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 27A O.S. 2011, Section 2-7-116 to authorize temporary staging of hazardous waste undergoing analysis within permitted hazardous waste units without constituting disposal, provided the waste is contained to prevent environmental contamination
  • Requires hazardous waste facility permittees to maintain liability insurance covering sudden and nonsudden bodily injury or property damage, with alternatives including cash deposits maintained for 5 years after facility closure
  • Requires applicants to post bonds or financial assurance guaranteeing proper facility closure and maintenance/monitoring functions before permit issuance
  • Allows claims against financial guarantors when facility owners or operators are in bankruptcy or cannot be located, with guarantor liability limited to the aggregate amount of financial responsibility provided
  • Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Hazardous waste disposal; authorizing temporary staging of hazardous waste in certain manner. Emergency.

Last Action

Approved by Governor 04/28/2015

4/28/2015

Committee Referrals

Environmental Law3/10/2015
Energy2/3/2015

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