Requires the department of transportation, in consultation with the department of environmental management also to conduct an environmental impact study of motor vehicle non-exhaust particle emissions.
Impact
The expected outcome of S2223 is to increase awareness and understanding of non-exhaust vehicle emissions, which have been increasingly recognized as significant contributors to environmental pollution and public health issues. By mandating this study, the bill aims to address a gap in research regarding the contributions of vehicles beyond traditional exhaust emissions. The findings may lead to more informed policymaking and legislative actions concerning environmental regulations and vehicle emissions standards, potentially altering current state laws to enhance environmental protections.
Summary
S2223 proposes the need for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Department of Environmental Management, to carry out an environmental impact study focused on non-exhaust particle emissions from motor vehicles. This includes considerations for various sources of emissions such as microplastics, brake wear, tire and road wear, as well as resuspension of road dust. The goal of the study is to assess the environmental effects of these emissions on the state and provide recommendations to mitigate their impact.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding S2223 may arise from the context of funding and resource allocation for the proposed study. Concerns could be raised about the feasibility of conducting such extensive research within budget constraints. Additionally, different stakeholders—such as automotive industries, environmental advocacy groups, and public health organizations—may advocate for varying regulatory responses based on the study’s findings, leading to debates about legislative priorities and actions post-study completion.
Requires the department of transportation, in consultation with the department of environmental management also to conduct an environmental impact study of motor vehicle non-exhaust particle emissions.
Requires the department of transportation, in consultation with the department of environmental management also to conduct an environmental impact study of motor vehicle non-exhaust particle emissions.
Establishes requirements which would have to be met by an applicant prior to the issuing of permits for an activity that would have an environmental impact on or would increase the cumulative impacts on an environmental justice area.
Requires quarterly testing of biosolids for PFAS contaminants by those seeking to apply biosolids to lands, with subsequent reports to the department of environmental management.
Effective September 1, 2025, requires quarterly testing of biosolids for PFAS contaminants by those seeking to apply biosolids to lands, with subsequent reports to the department of environmental management.
Establishes an agricultural restricted receipt account within the department of environmental management. An advisory committee would be established to determine suggested uses of the funds in said account.
Establishes an agricultural restricted receipt account within the department of environmental management. An advisory committee would be established to determine suggested uses of the funds in said account.
Creates rodent integrated pest management pilot programs for municipalities. That choose to participate. Reports would be approved by the municipality's mayor or administrator and would be submitted to the department of environmental management.
Creates rodent integrated pest management pilot programs for municipalities. That choose to participate. Reports would be approved by the municipality's mayor or administrator and would be submitted to the department of environmental management.
Strikes the words "which is naturally occurring" with regard to any promulgated rules and regulations of the department of environmental management (DEM) relating to the remediation of arsenic.
In renaming Department of Environmental Resources and defining rulemaking authority of Department of Environmental Protection, repealing provisions relating to Department of Environmental Protection and providing for Department of Environmental Services; and making editorial changes.
In renaming Department of Environmental Resources and defining rulemaking authority of Department of Environmental Protection, repealing provisions relating to Department of Environmental Protection and providing for Department of Environmental Services; and making editorial changes.