Bill
S 6889
Overview: Bill Number: S 6889, Title: Relates to the brownfields cleanup program to include state-owned properties, Status: REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION, Introduced: Marc
Overview: Bill Number: S 6889, Title: Relates to the brownfields cleanup program to include state-owned properties, Status: REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION, Introduced: March 26, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to expand the state's Brownfields Cleanup Program to include state-owned properties. The goal is to facilitate the remediation and redevelopment of contaminated state-owned land, which can often be challenging to address.
Key Provisions:
- Amends the existing Brownfields Cleanup Program to allow state agencies and authorities to participate and access program benefits
- Provides financial and technical assistance to state entities for the assessment, investigation, and remediation of brownfield sites on state-owned properties
- Requires the state to establish a centralized inventory of all state-owned brownfield sites to better coordinate cleanup efforts
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- State agencies and authorities that own contaminated properties would be able to access the Brownfields Cleanup Program for assistance
- Local communities near state-owned brownfield sites may benefit from the redevelopment and revitalization of these properties
- The state government would be responsible for administering the expanded program and maintaining the brownfield site inventory
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee for review. If approved by the committee, it would then move to a full Senate vote. The timeline for potential enactment is uncertain at this stage.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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