Prohibits publicly owned treatment works from accepting wastewater associated with the exploration, delineation, development, or production of natural gas from high-volume hydraulic fracturing; provides exceptions.

This bill aims to prevent publicly owned treatment facilities from accepting wastewater that comes from natural gas activities involving high-volume hydraulic fracturing, commonly known as fracking. It includes certain exceptions to this prohibition. Essentially, it seeks to protect water quality and public health from potential contaminants associated with fracking wastewater.

Supporters of the bill would highlight it as a crucial step in safeguarding the environment and public health by preventing harmful wastewater from entering treatment facilities. They would argue that this legislation reflects a commitment to clean water and responsible management of natural gas extraction processes.

Critics of the bill might argue that it could hinder natural gas production and negatively impact local economies that rely on this industry. They may claim that the legislation is overly restrictive and could lead to increased costs for wastewater management without significantly improving environmental safety.