EPA-ORPHAN UST CLEANUP

104th Regular Session Introduced by Sara Feigenholtz

SB 4021 primarily clarifies statutory wording related to cleanup of EPA-listed or orphan underground storage tank sites, with no major policy or funding changes indicated.

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Summary of SB 4021 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose and intent

SB 4021, sponsored by Senator Sara Feigenholtz, appears to address provisions related to cleanup and funding mechanisms for EPA-listed or orphaned underground storage tank (UST) sites. The bill title, “EPA-ORPHAN UST CLEANUP,” suggests a focus on remediation responsibilities and possibly state involvement in cleaning up orphan UST sites that may be tied to federal EPA programs or requirements. The amendment noted indicates a technical renaming within a subsection, changing “under this subsection” to “under this paragraph,” signaling a minor statutory drafting correction rather than a substantive policy shift.

Key provisions and changes

Amendment details:

On page 7, line 17, the amendment changes wording from “under this subsection” to “under this paragraph.” This appears to be a clarifying or organizational revision in the statutory text, likely affecting how the provision is read within a larger section (i.e., which clause or item within a list governs the referenced duties or allowances).
This is a drafting correction and does not by itself indicate a broad new policy or funding authorization.

While the summary text provided does not include full bill text, the title implies:

Provisions related to cleanup obligations or processes for orphan UST sites (sites where the responsible party cannot be readily identified or cannot be financially liable).
Potential alignment with EPA programs or federal guidelines for orphan UST remediation.
Possible mechanisms for state-led cleanup funding, cost recovery, or regulatory oversight. (Note: specifics such as funding amounts, deadlines, or eligibility criteria are not detailed in the excerpt provided.)

Who or what would be affected

Orphan UST sites within Illinois may fall under the bill’s scope if the changes pertain to cleanup obligations or state program administration.

State environmental agencies responsible for UST regulation and cleanup oversight could experience changes in statutory language that impact procedures, timelines, or authority.

Potentially, property owners, operators, or prospective buyers of affected properties could encounter clarified rules or procedures for remediation, although the exact effects depend on the full text of the bill beyond the amendment.

Procedural and timeline aspects

The amendment was filed as part of Senate Bill 4021 and reflects a technical drafting correction rather than a substantive policy change.

No specific funding timelines, implementation dates, or compliance deadlines are provided in the provided excerpt.

For precise timeline implications (effective dates, rulemaking schedules, funding availability), the full bill text and any fiscal notes or amendments would need to be reviewed.

Notes

The available information indicates the core action is a minor wording change intended to improve statutory clarity.

To assess the bill’s full impact, a complete reading of SB 4021 (including all sections, any fiscal impact statements, and related EPA references) would be necessary.

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