HB870

Further providing for watershed storm water plans and contents.

Introduced·3/11/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB870 amends the Storm Water Management Act to allow watershed storm water plans to specify areas where road projects can be redirected.

Pennsylvania HB870 amends the Storm Water Management Act to allow watershed storm water plans to specify areas where road projects can be redirected to reduce storm water impacts. This change aims to better integrate road projects with watershed management strategies, potentially mitigating flood risks and improving water quality. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Environmental and Natural Resource Protection Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 11, 2025

House

Referred to Environmental & Natural Resource Protection