An Act relative to data collection on below threshold wells
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires the collection and reporting of data related to ‘below threshold wells,’ which are wells that produce small amounts of oil or gas. The goal is to improve understanding of these wells and their potential environmental impacts. The data collected will be used to assess the effectiveness of existing regulations and inform future policy decisions. This legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the management of these resources.
Key provisions
- Requires the collection of data from below threshold wells.
- Specifies the types of data to be collected, including location, production volume, and well characteristics.
- Mandates reporting of this data to a designated state agency.
- Directs the agency to analyze the collected data.
- Requires the agency to use the data to assess the effectiveness of regulations.
- Supports informed decision-making regarding below threshold wells.
- Establishes a framework for ongoing data collection and analysis.
Who is affected
- Oil and gas well operators
- State environmental agencies
- The public
- Resource management officials
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