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HB 1277

TO AMEND PAYMENTS FOR CORRECTIVE ACTION REGARDING PETROLEUM STORAGE TANKS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Justin Boyd and 1 co-sponsor

Act 706 modifies Arkansas corrective action payment requirements for contaminated petroleum storage tanks, altering cost allocation and liability standards.

Notification that HB1277 is now Act 706
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Bill Summary · HB 1277

Legislative bill overview

HB 1277 modifies Arkansas's regulations governing financial payments and liability for corrective actions related to leaking or contaminated petroleum storage tanks. The bill, now enacted as Act 706, adjusts how costs are allocated and managed when underground or aboveground petroleum storage tanks require environmental remediation.

Why is this important

Petroleum storage tank contamination affects groundwater quality, public health, and property values in affected communities. This amendment impacts how cleanup costs are distributed between tank owners, operators, and potentially the state—affecting whether cleanup happens promptly and who bears the financial burden of environmental damage.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost allocation fairness: Changes to payment responsibilities could shift financial burdens from businesses to property owners, municipalities, or state environmental funds
  • Environmental cleanup standards: Modifications may affect the scope or timeline of required corrective actions, potentially influencing remediation completeness
  • Small business impact: Petroleum retailers and operators may face different compliance costs depending on how payment obligations are restructured

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

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