LD2070

An Act to Improve the Management of Landfill Leachate and Wastewater Treatment Plant Sludge at Solid Waste Landfills

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Maine LD2070 prohibits the Department of Environmental Protection from issuing permits for altering freshwater wetlands in connection with solid.

Maine LD2070 addresses the potential environmental damage caused by expanding solid waste landfills into freshwater wetlands. The bill prohibits the Department of Environmental Protection from issuing permits for altering freshwater wetlands in connection with such expansions. This measure aims to protect local aquifers, streams, and rivers associated with these wetlands, ensuring the preservation of public peace, health, and safety.

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Calendar

Mar 4

10:00 AM

Hearing

Feb 11

10:30 AM

Hearing

History

Apr 6

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED - Emergency - 2/3 Elected Required, in concurrence.

Apr 2

Senate

Report READ and ACCEPTED, in concurrence.

Apr 2

Senate

READ ONCE.