HB 2656

  • Oregon House Bill
  • 2019 Regular Session
  • Introduced in House Jan 14, 2019
  • House
  • Senate
  • Governor

Relating to forestland that supplies drinking water systems.

Abstract

Prohibits certain forest operation activities on forestland that supplies drinking water for one or more public water systems. Allows certain exemptions. Makes violation of prohibition Class A misdemeanor subject to maximum of $6,250 fine, 364 days' imprisonment, or both. Makes violation of prohibition or terms and conditions of exemption subject to civil penalty as determined by State Board of Forestry rule, not to exceed $5,000. Requires written plan for forest operation conducted on forestland that supplies drinking water for one or more public water systems. Limits State Board of Forestry adoption of best management practices for activities on forestland that supplies drinking water for one or more public water systems.

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Jul 01, 2019

House

In committee upon adjournment.

Mar 12, 2019

House

Public Hearing held.

Jan 18, 2019

House

Referred to Energy and Environment.

Jan 14, 2019

House

First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

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