Vermont bill H0652 prohibits landfill leachate discharge into Lake Memphremagog watershed.

Vermont bill H0652 aims to protect the Lake Memphremagog watershed from landfill leachate discharges. The bill prohibits the discharge of leachate from landfills or solid waste management facilities into the watershed, whether treated or untreated. This includes both direct discharges and transfers to wastewater treatment facilities for discharge. The bill responds to concerns about PFAS contamination in the lake, which has been linked to health issues and environmental damage.

Vermont bill H0652 prohibits landfill leachate discharge into Lake Memphremagog watershed.

Vermont bill H0652 aims to protect the Lake Memphremagog watershed from landfill leachate discharges. The bill prohibits the discharge of leachate from landfills or solid waste management facilities into the watershed, whether treated or untreated. This includes both direct discharges and transfers to wastewater treatment facilities for discharge. The bill responds to concerns about PFAS contamination in the lake, which has been linked to health issues and environmental damage.