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SB 1589

SB 1589 - The act repeals the provision that prohibits the Clean Water Commission from adopting or recommending a clean water fee exceeding $5,000. The act is identical to a provision in SB 1397 (2026). JULIA SHEVELEVA

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jamie Burger

Missouri bill SB 1589 repeals a clean water fee, eliminating dedicated funding for water quality programs without specified alternative revenue sources.

Second Read and Referred S Agriculture, Food Production and Outdoor Resources Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1589

Legislative bill overview

SB 1589 repeals a provision in Missouri law that established or authorized a clean water fee. The bill eliminates this fee mechanism, which was presumably designed to fund water quality protection or cleanup initiatives. This is a straightforward repeal with no replacement funding mechanism mentioned.

Why is this important

Repealing a clean water fee affects how Missouri finances water quality protection and environmental remediation efforts. The elimination reduces dedicated revenue for these programs unless alternative funding is secured, potentially impacting water infrastructure projects, pollution control, or aquatic ecosystem restoration across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding gap: Eliminating the fee without identifying alternative revenue sources may leave water quality programs underfunded or force reallocation from other state priorities
  • Environmental impact: Reduced investment in clean water initiatives could slow water quality improvements and environmental compliance efforts
  • Industry vs. conservation: Supporters may view it as regulatory relief while opponents may see it as inadequate environmental stewardship and public health protection

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

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