HB3294

EPA-ORGANIC WASTE COMPOSTING

Chamber Passed·4/8/25

Illinois HB3294 regulates organic waste composting operations, requiring permits for certain activities and exempting others.

HB3294 amends the Environmental Protection Act to define "organic waste" and establish permitting requirements for composting operations. It mandates permits for organic waste composting operations, except for specific exemptions. Exempt operations include on-site residential composting for personal use, landscape waste composting for personal activities, and certain small-scale farming operations. The bill also outlines standards for compost quality and facility operations, including setback distances from residences and water sources, and requirements for dust, odor, and noise control.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 112–0 · Apr 8, 2025
Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Third Reading in House

112 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 21, 2025

10:00 AM

Energy & Environment Committee Hearing

Mar 20, 2025

4:00 PM

Energy & Environment Committee Hearing

History

Apr 11, 2025

Senate

Alternate Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. Adriane Johnson

Apr 11, 2025

Senate

Added as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura

Apr 9, 2025

Senate

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