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HB 665

An Act amending the act of July 7, 1980 (P.L.380, No.97), known as the Solid Waste Management Act, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in residual waste, further providing for disposal, processing and storage of residual waste and providing for exempt special wastes; and making an editorial change.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Brennan and 13 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill modifies solid waste regulations by redefining residual waste categories and creating exempt special wastes to adjust disposal and processing requirements.

Referred to Environmental & Natural Resource Protection
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Bill Summary · HB 665

Legislative bill overview

HB 665 amends Pennsylvania's Solid Waste Management Act by modifying definitions and regulations around residual waste disposal, processing, and storage. The bill also creates a new category of "exempt special wastes" and includes editorial corrections to the existing 1980 law.

Why is this important

Residual waste—materials left over after recycling or processing—represents a significant portion of Pennsylvania's waste stream and affects landfill capacity, environmental quality, and waste management costs. Clarifying definitions and creating exemptions can either streamline operations or create regulatory loopholes depending on implementation, making this relevant to environmental protection, business operations, and municipal waste management systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "exempt special wastes": The bill's creation of exemptions is vague at this stage; unclear which waste types qualify and whether exemptions undermine environmental protections or enable improper disposal
  • Definition changes: Modifications to what constitutes "residual waste" could shift regulatory responsibility between state, local, and private entities, affecting compliance costs and environmental oversight
  • Landfill and environmental impact: Changes to disposal and storage provisions may affect where waste goes and how it's managed, with potential consequences for groundwater, air quality, and community impact zones

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

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