House Sponsors: DART. Short description: LIVESTOCK FACILITIES-SETBACKS Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Dead Animal Disposal Act to provide that a composting site under the Livestock Management Facilities Act shall be located at least one-quarter mile from the nearest residence (now occupied residence). Amends the Livestock Management Facilities Act. Provides that 2 or more livestock management facilities or livestock waste handling facilities under common ownership that are adjacent (now separated by one-quarter mile or less) shall be considered a single facility. Provides that a "populated area" includes a large outdoor area used for education or recreation, areas where at least 10 inhabited farm or non-farm (now non-farm) residences are located, or certain places where at least an average of 50 persons (now at least 50 persons) frequent. Increases the minimum setbacks from populated areas or residences for livestock management facilities or livestock waste handling facilities. Provides that facilities serving less than 300 (now 50) animal units shall be exempt from the setback requirements. Makes other changes. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: TABLED BY SPONSOR HRUL Last action date: 98-03-24 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status