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House Passes Hazardous‑waste Fee Bill After Lengthy Debate; Measure Heads to Senate
Summary
After several hours of debate and multiple amended proposals, the Utah House passed substitute H.B. 165 to change hazardous‑waste fees, increase oversight and fund inspections; the bill passed the House 57–13 and will be forwarded to the Senate.
The Utah House voted 57–13 to pass substitute House Bill 165, a package that revises hazardous‑waste fees, creates new regulatory and inspection responsibilities and directs funding for implementation.
Representative Craig Moody, the bill sponsor, told colleagues the measure was intended to balance public‑safety protections and the state’s fiscal responsibilities. "If the state of Utah does not take action, we'll have a new slogan — this is the place for hazardous waste," Moody said, arguing the bill responds to growing waste volumes and transportation risks. He described current in‑state fees of $8 per unit and out‑of‑state fees of $20 as inadequate and outlined a graduated…
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