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Minutes for HB2085 - Committee on Water
Short Title
Extending the expiration of permits issued under the water pollution control permit system from five to 10 years.
Minutes Content for Thu, Jan 30, 2025
Chairperson Minnix opened the hearing for HB2085.
Kyle Hamilton, Revisor of Statues, provided a bill brief for HB2085 (Attachment 1).
Oral proponent
Tom Stiles, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, (Attachment 2) Mr. Stiles responded to questions regarding the volume of annual permits, backlogs, and the total amount of yearly permit issued. Mr. Stiles responded to questions on how other states are doing and how our permit procedures compare. He indicated the proposed bill should reduce permit backlogs.
Written opponent
Matthew Steele, PHD P.E, (Attachment 3).
Chairperson Minnix closed the hearing on HB2085 at 9:21 am.
