HB 4214
Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to carbon dioxide sequestration fee schedule.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to create a rule outlining a fee schedule for carbon dioxide sequestration. The rule, currently detailed in 47 CSR 09B, was reviewed and modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled. This legislation ensures the Department has the authority to establish and manage fees associated with carbon dioxide sequestration activities within the state.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Environmental Protection to create a rule.
- The rule addresses a carbon dioxide sequestration fee schedule.
- The rule is based on existing regulations (47 CSR 09B).
- The rule has undergone review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- The Department of Environmental Protection is responsible for implementing the fee schedule.
Who is affected
- West Virginia businesses involved in carbon dioxide sequestration
- The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
- Entities seeking permits for carbon dioxide sequestration
Notable changes
- Formalizes the Department's authority to establish a fee schedule.
- Ensures the rule complies with legislative review processes.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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