enabling the use of solid waste management funds by solid waste management districts.

Summary

The legislation makes the Department of Environmental Services the only body that can approve landfill expansions, overriding any local zoning restrictions. It also sets higher fees for expansions, requires groundwater protection setbacks for new (non‑expansion) landfills, and adds detailed impact‑analysis requirements for new landfill permits. The goal is to ensure adequate, affordable waste disposal capacity while protecting health and the environment.

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