Confined feeding operations.

Summary

The bill adds a new pre‑application meeting requirement for farms that want to start or expand confined feeding operations and sets strict timelines for the Department of Environmental Management to act. It also requires the department to refund application fees if it misses deadlines, limits certain design mandates for solid‑manure facilities, and establishes standards for earthen berms and a single point of contact for operators. The changes aim to streamline approvals while protecting water quality and giving operators clearer guidance.

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