HB 4107
Relating to requiring disclosure of the lawful activity that is the basis of a permit application with the Department of Environmental Protection
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Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires companies seeking permits from the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to clearly state the specific lawful activity they intend to conduct as part of their permit application. The goal is to inform the public about proposed industrial or manufacturing activities and their potential impact. The bill includes exceptions to protect trade secrets and other proprietary information.
Key provisions
- Permit applicants must disclose the lawful purpose of their activity.
- Disclosure must be specific enough to notify the public.
- The Department of Environmental Protection is responsible for requiring this disclosure.
- Exceptions exist to protect trade secrets and other confidential information.
Who is affected
- Industrial facilities
- Manufacturing facilities
- Companies applying for permits
- Residents near industrial facilities
- The Department of Environmental Protection
Notable changes
- Adds a new section to the West Virginia Code requiring permit disclosure.
- Specifies the level of detail required for disclosure.
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