Increasing cost of solid waste assessment fees

SB 1031 would increase the maximum county solid waste assessment fee from $1.00 to $1.50 per ton for waste disposal. This bill directly affects West Virginia counties and regional solid waste authorities, which collect these fees. The key provision amends §7-5-22 of the state code to allow the higher fee rate, with all collected funds required to cover administration costs, refuse cleanup, litter control, and other solid waste programs. The bill does not change current fee structures but raises the allowable maximum rate by 50 cents per ton.