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HB 3610

LITTER-ANIMAL MANURE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Kelly Cassidy and 1 co-sponsor

HB 3610 clarifies Illinois litter law application to animal manure, establishing regulatory clarity for agricultural operations and municipal enforcement agencies statewide.

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Bill Summary · HB 3610

Legislative bill overview

HB 3610 addresses the classification and regulation of animal manure as it relates to litter laws in Illinois. The bill appears to clarify whether animal manure falls under existing litter statutes or requires separate regulatory treatment. This is a technical clarification measure that affects how municipalities and property owners manage agricultural and animal waste.

Why is this important

Animal manure management intersects agricultural operations, environmental protection, and municipal code enforcement. Unclear legal classification can create enforcement inconsistencies, affect farmers' compliance obligations, and impact water quality and public health. Clear statutory language prevents disputes between agricultural interests and local governments over waste disposal responsibilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Agricultural exemptions vs. environmental standards: Disagreement over whether animal operations should receive preferential treatment or face the same litter/waste standards as other activities
  • Municipal enforcement authority: Conflicts between state regulation and local governments' ability to enforce manure management within their jurisdictions
  • Definition scope: Whether the bill's language sufficiently clarifies which animal operations and manure types are covered, potentially affecting horse farms, livestock operations, and small residential animal keeping differently

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

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