SF5130

Purpose

This bill provides a one-time funding grant to protect groundwater by funding a regional demonstration project at the Lyon County Regional Landfill. The goal is to treat landfill leachate to reduce contamination from PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances), chloride, and other potential contaminants.

Main Provisions

• Amount and funding source: $5,500,000 appropriated in fiscal year 2027 from the Clean Water Fund.
• Recipient and administration: A grant to Lyon County, administered by the Commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency.
• Project scope: Construction of a regional demonstration project at the Lyon County Regional Landfill to treat landfill leachate for PFAS, chloride, and other potential contaminants.
• Nature of funding: One-time appropriation (not described as ongoing or recurring funding).

Purpose and Impact

• Purpose: To protect groundwater by removing or reducing contaminants from landfill leachate before it can reach groundwater supplies.
• Impact: Supports environmental protection and water quality efforts related to PFAS and other contaminants through a pilot/demonstration project.

Changes to Existing Law

• No explicit changes to statutes are described. The bill creates a one-time appropriation from the Clean Water Fund to fund a specific demonstration project, rather than establishing ongoing programs or new regulatory requirements.

Implementation Considerations (Implied)

• The Pollution Control Agency will administer the grant to Lyon County and oversee the regional demonstration project.
• The project serves as a model for treating leachate at landfills to reduce PFAS and other contaminants from entering groundwater.

Relevant Terms - Clean Water Fund - appropriation - one-time appropriation - fiscal year 2027 - Pollution Control Agency - Lyon County - Lyon County Regional Landfill - regional demonstration project - landfill leachate - PFAS - perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances - groundwater protection - grant