Owners of sewage treatment works; land application, marketing, or distributing of sewage sludge.

This legislation places stricter oversight on the management of sewage sludge, specifically concerning its application to land or distribution for commercial use. It requires owners of sewage treatment works to provide more transparent reporting and adhere to rigorous safety standards when handling biosolids. By strengthening the regulatory framework for these materials, the bill aims to prevent environmental contamination of local soil and waterways. For Arlington residents, this move prioritizes public health and environmental protection by minimizing the risk of hazardous runoff or exposure to pathogens often associated with untreated or improperly processed sewage byproducts. The law ensures that the entities responsible for waste processing are held more accountable for the ecological footprint of their operations throughout the Commonwealth.