HB 3543
Appropriates moneys to the Department of Environmental Quality to conduct activities related to ballast water to prevent the introduction of aquatic invasive species.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water
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Bill overview
This bill provides funding to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to combat the introduction of aquatic invasive species through ballast water. Specifically, the bill allocates $175,000 to support inspections of vessels and ensure compliance with regulations designed to prevent the spread of these invasive species. An emergency declaration allows the bill to take effect on July 1, 2025.
Key provisions
- Allocates $175,000 to the Department of Environmental Quality.
- Funds inspections of vessels.
- Supports verification of compliance with ballast water regulations (ORS 783.625 to 783.640).
- Aims to minimize the risk of aquatic invasive species entering Oregon’s waters.
- Declares an emergency, effective July 1, 2025.
Who is affected
- Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- Vessel owners and operators
- The state of Oregon
- Aquatic ecosystems in Oregon
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated funding source for ballast water management.
- Increases DEQ’s capacity to inspect vessels and enforce regulations.
Fiscal impact
The bill appropriates $175,000 from the General Fund for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025.
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