Why This Matters
This bill changes how quickly people can challenge permits for discharging materials into water. It aims to clarify the process and set strict timelines for reviews and actions.
If you want to challenge a water permit, you must act quickly within 60 days after it is issued.
Affects: People and organizations that want to challenge water discharge permits.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill sets a 60-day deadline for filing court challenges to certain permits. 2. Only individuals who commented on the permit can challenge it in court. 3. If a court finds a permit was issued incorrectly, it can send the case back for review. 4. The bill limits how courts can restrict permits unless there is a serious danger to health or the environment. 5. Courts must enforce a 180-day deadline for the government to act on their orders.
Who is affected?
People and organizations that want to challenge water discharge permits.