Pennsylvania HB2229 amends the Solid Waste Management Act to enhance the Department of Environmental Protection's powers and duties.

Pennsylvania HB2229 amends the Solid Waste Management Act to enhance the Department of Environmental Protection's powers and duties. The bill expands the department's role in administering funds for hazardous waste storage, treatment, and disposal sites. It also mandates the department to establish waste regulations for beneficial use of municipal and residual waste, including leachability. The department is required to investigate complaints regarding changes in residual waste properties and order corrective actions if necessary.

Pennsylvania HB2229 amends the Solid Waste Management Act to enhance the Department of Environmental Protection's powers and duties.

Pennsylvania HB2229 amends the Solid Waste Management Act to enhance the Department of Environmental Protection's powers and duties. The bill expands the department's role in administering funds for hazardous waste storage, treatment, and disposal sites. It also mandates the department to establish waste regulations for beneficial use of municipal and residual waste, including leachability. The department is required to investigate complaints regarding changes in residual waste properties and order corrective actions if necessary.