HB5317

EPA-ORPHAN UST CLEANUP

Final Passage·5/21/26

HB5317 amends the Environmental Protection Act to modify the Underground Storage Tank Fund, allowing municipalities and counties to conduct.

HB5317 amends the Environmental Protection Act to allow municipalities and counties to conduct tank removal, abandonment, site investigation, and corrective action for petroleum orphan underground storage tanks. The bill also sets aside funds from the Underground Storage Tank Fund for corrective action costs at legacy sites, defined as sites with reported releases before January 1, 2005, and where the owner or operator has been determined liable or has settled a claim.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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6
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 30

10:00 AM

Senate Environment and Conservation Committee Hearing

Mar 18

3:30 PM

House Energy & Environment Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

May 21

Senate

Third Reading - Passed; 059-000-000

May 21

House

Passed Both Houses