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SSB 1101

A bill for an act relating to duties of the department of natural resources related to air quality including reporting requirements, certifications, data gathering, and rules references.

2025-2026 Regular Session

SSB 1101 streamlines Iowa's air quality reporting by aligning with federal standards, reducing DNR's reporting burden, and easing regulations for greenhouse gas producers.

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 338.
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Bill Summary · SSB 1101

Summary of SSB 1101: Air Quality Reporting and DNR Duties

Bill Number: SSB 1101
Renumbered as: SF 338
Introduced on: February 4, 2025
Status: Committee report approving bill

Purpose and Intent

SSB 1101 aims to update and streamline the reporting requirements and duties of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) concerning air quality, specifically focusing on greenhouse gas emissions. The bill seeks to align state reporting practices with federal standards and reduce redundant requirements.

Key Provisions

  1. Reporting Timeframe Adjustment:

    • The bill modifies the current requirement for the DNR to report greenhouse gas emissions to the governor and general assembly. Instead of reporting emissions from the previous calendar year, the DNR will report emissions from two calendar years prior. This change aligns the state’s reporting schedule with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

  2. EPA Inventory Utilization:

    • If the EPA completes its annual statewide greenhouse gas inventory, this inventory can be used to satisfy the DNR's reporting obligation, thereby reducing the administrative burden on the DNR.

  3. Administrative Code Realignment:

    • The bill removes specific rule references related to emission fees and operating permits that were previously located in 567 IAC chapter 22, as these have been moved to chapter 24 of the Iowa Administrative Code.

  4. Removal of Certification Requirements:

    • The bill eliminates the requirement for the environmental protection commission to adopt rules for the certification of solid waste incinerator operators, streamlining regulatory processes.

  5. Repeal of Data Collection Requirements:

    • The DNR's obligation to create a greenhouse gas inventory by gathering data from producers and coordinating with the EPA is repealed. This is justified by the existence of federal regulations that already mandate greenhouse gas reporting and establish a voluntary greenhouse gas registry.

Impact

  • Affected Entities:

    • The primary entity affected by this bill is the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, which will experience a reduction in reporting requirements and administrative tasks. Additionally, greenhouse gas producers may find the regulatory environment less burdensome due to the repeal of certain data collection obligations.

  • Environmental Impact:

    • By aligning state practices with federal standards, the bill may enhance the consistency and reliability of greenhouse gas emissions data reported at the state level. However, the repeal of certain data collection requirements may raise concerns about the comprehensiveness of emissions tracking.

Procedural Timeline

  • February 4, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Natural Resources and Environment Committee.
  • February 6, 2025: Subcommittee meeting held.
  • February 10, 2025: Subcommittee recommends passage of the bill.
  • February 17, 2025: Committee report approving the bill, renumbered as SF 338.

This summary provides a clear overview of SSB 1101, detailing its purpose, key provisions, and potential impacts on air quality management in Iowa.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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