75-11-202. Findings and purpose. (1) Leaking underground storage tank systems have been identified as a significant source of underground contamination and as a potential hazard for fire and explosion. Government and industry studies show that a major cause of leaking underground storage tanks is improper installation or closure. Proper installation or closure requires specialized knowledge, training, and experience.
     (2) To protect the health of Montana citizens and the quality of state waters and other natural resources, it is the intent of the legislature to require permits for the installation or closure of underground storage tank systems; to limit the conduct of these activities to persons with demonstrated competence, training, and experience; and to assess fees to support state and local administration of permitting, licensing, and inspection activities.

     History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 594, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 200, L. 1993.