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SB 3081

EPA-MAHOMET AQUIFER

104th Regular Session Introduced by Paul Faraci

SB 3081 modifies EPA authority or management protocols for the Mahomet Aquifer, affecting groundwater protection and access across central Illinois.

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Bill Summary · SB 3081

Legislative bill overview

SB 3081 appears to address environmental protection or management related to the EPA and the Mahomet Aquifer, a critical groundwater resource in central Illinois. Without access to the full bill text, the specific provisions—whether creating new regulations, funding protections, or establishing oversight mechanisms—cannot be definitively determined from the title alone.

Why is this important

The Mahomet Aquifer serves millions of people across Illinois and neighboring states as a drinking water source. Any legislation affecting EPA oversight or aquifer management directly impacts public water safety, agricultural water access, and potential contamination prevention for a regionally significant resource.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of EPA authority: Questions about whether federal EPA involvement expands or limits state regulatory control over the aquifer
  • Agricultural vs. environmental protection: Tension between protecting farm irrigation practices and implementing groundwater protection measures
  • Compliance costs: Whether new regulations impose financial burdens on municipalities, agricultural operations, or industry that rely on the aquifer
  • Private property rights: Whether management approaches affect landowners' water usage rights above the aquifer

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

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