Arizona HB2538 modifies water quality standards and permit requirements for non-WOTUS protected surface waters.

Arizona HB2538 amends water quality standards and permit requirements for non-WOTUS protected surface waters. The bill directs the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality to adopt water quality standards for non-WOTUS protected surface waters, considering economic, social, and environmental costs and benefits. It exempts certain activities, such as farming and ranching, from permit requirements. The bill also establishes a permit program for discharges to non-WOTUS protected surface waters, ensuring compliance with the Clean Water Act.

Arizona HB2538 modifies water quality standards and permit requirements for non-WOTUS protected surface waters.

Arizona HB2538 amends water quality standards and permit requirements for non-WOTUS protected surface waters. The bill directs the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality to adopt water quality standards for non-WOTUS protected surface waters, considering economic, social, and environmental costs and benefits. It exempts certain activities, such as farming and ranching, from permit requirements. The bill also establishes a permit program for discharges to non-WOTUS protected surface waters, ensuring compliance with the Clean Water Act.