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SB 665

Southwest Regional Recreation Authority; soil erosion control and stormwater management plans.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bill DeSteph

Authorizes Southwest Virginia Regional Recreation Authority to create soil erosion control and stormwater management plans for its facilities and operations.

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Bill Summary · SB 665

Legislative bill overview

SB 665 authorizes the Southwest Regional Recreation Authority to develop and implement soil erosion control and stormwater management plans for its operations and facilities. The bill grants this regional authority explicit authority to address environmental compliance and water quality issues within its jurisdiction in southwestern Virginia.

Why is this important

Soil erosion and stormwater runoff can degrade water quality, damage infrastructure, and increase flooding risks in affected communities. Granting the Southwest Regional Recreation Authority clear statutory authority to manage these issues ensures coordinated environmental stewardship across recreational facilities and operations in the region, potentially preventing costly environmental damage and regulatory violations.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of authority: Unclear boundaries between the Recreation Authority's responsibilities and those of county/municipal governments or state environmental agencies could create jurisdictional conflicts
  • Funding mechanisms: The bill does not specify how erosion control and stormwater management plans will be funded, potentially shifting costs to local taxpayers or the Authority's budget
  • Enforcement standards: Questions about whether the Authority's plans must meet state/federal environmental standards or if local discretion allows weaker compliance measures

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

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