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H 4564

Study Order

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

H 4564 - Study Order OverviewBill Number: H 4564 Title: Study Order Status: Reported on the residue, see H3393 Introduced: October 09, 2025 Purpose and IntentThe purpose of this

Reported on the residue, see H3393
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H 4564 - Study Order

Overview

Bill Number: H 4564
Title: Study Order
Status: Reported on the residue, see H3393
Introduced: October 09, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of this Study Order is to direct the state's Department of Environmental Protection to conduct a comprehensive study on the environmental and public health impacts of a proposed new industrial facility. The study aims to provide policymakers with a thorough, evidence-based assessment to inform their decision-making process regarding the facility's potential construction and operation.

Key Provisions

  • Requires the Department of Environmental Protection to undertake a detailed study of the proposed industrial facility
  • Specifies that the study must examine the facility's potential impacts on:
    • Air quality and emissions
    • Water quality and supply
    • Soil and land use
    • Public health in surrounding communities
    • Noise and traffic levels
  • Directs the department to consult with relevant stakeholders, including local residents, environmental groups, and the facility's developers
  • Mandates that the department submit a final report of its findings and recommendations to the state legislature within 12 months of the bill's enactment

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The proposed industrial facility and its developers would be subject to the comprehensive study and its findings
  • Local communities near the proposed facility site would be impacted by the study's examination of potential environmental and public health effects
  • State policymakers and legislators would use the study's results to inform their decisions regarding the facility's construction and operation
  • The general public would benefit from a thorough, independent assessment of the facility's potential impacts on the environment and public health

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This Study Order has been reported on the residue, meaning it has been referred to a committee for further consideration. The next step in the legislative process would be for the committee to review the bill, hold public hearings, and potentially make amendments before sending it back to the full legislature for a vote. If passed, the Department of Environmental Protection would have 12 months to complete the required study and submit its final report to the state legislature.

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

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