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Colorado Landfill Rule Sparks Cost Concerns and Legislative Action

4/15/2026

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The Colorado Air Quality Control Commission's Regulation 31 requires gas-capture systems for landfills over 450,000 tons, potentially costing counties millions.
The rule aims to cut methane emissions by 2050.
Morgan County Commissioner Tim Malone and local officials warn that compliance costs could raise garbage fees and drive illegal dumping.
Senator Byron Pelton (Colo.) and Senator Dylan Roberts (Colo.) introduced a bill to help counties access state funds for these costs.

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The Colorado Air Quality Control Commission's Regulation 31 requires gas-capture systems for landfills over 450,000 tons, potentially costing counties millions.
The rule aims to cut methane emissions by 2050.
Morgan County Commissioner Tim Malone and local officials warn that compliance costs could raise garbage fees and drive illegal dumping.
Senator Byron Pelton (Colo.) and Senator Dylan Roberts (Colo.) introduced a bill to help counties access state funds for these costs.