Expands the definition of environmental action to include judicial review of certain permits issued by the Division of Oil, Gas, and Mining.

This bill expands the definition of environmental action to include judicial review of certain permits issued by the Division of Oil, Gas, and Mining. It also makes technical and conforming changes to the existing law. The changes affect the surety bond requirements for plaintiffs in environmental actions, ensuring that plaintiffs who do not ultimately prevail on the merits of their actions are liable for damages sustained by defendants. The bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.

Expands the definition of environmental action to include judicial review of certain permits issued by the Division of Oil, Gas, and Mining.

This bill expands the definition of environmental action to include judicial review of certain permits issued by the Division of Oil, Gas, and Mining. It also makes technical and conforming changes to the existing law. The changes affect the surety bond requirements for plaintiffs in environmental actions, ensuring that plaintiffs who do not ultimately prevail on the merits of their actions are liable for damages sustained by defendants. The bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.