Iowa HF2237 prohibits coal-fueled power plants and coal ash landfills from discharging toxic pollutants into water sources.

Iowa HF2237 aims to protect communities, drinking water, groundwater, and air quality from toxic pollutants in coal ash. Coal ash contains contaminants like mercury and arsenic, which can cause serious health effects. The bill prohibits electric power generating facilities fueled by coal and coal ash landfills from discharging toxic pollutants into water sources. Facilities in operation before July 1, 2026, must comply by December 31, 2029. Facilities starting operation after July 1, 2026, must comply before commencing operation.

Iowa HF2237 prohibits coal-fueled power plants and coal ash landfills from discharging toxic pollutants into water sources.

Iowa HF2237 aims to protect communities, drinking water, groundwater, and air quality from toxic pollutants in coal ash. Coal ash contains contaminants like mercury and arsenic, which can cause serious health effects. The bill prohibits electric power generating facilities fueled by coal and coal ash landfills from discharging toxic pollutants into water sources. Facilities in operation before July 1, 2026, must comply by December 31, 2029. Facilities starting operation after July 1, 2026, must comply before commencing operation.