Chapter 3 (Streamlining Environmental Licensing Procedures), Sections 5-8, 13-14 (Regarding Licensing under the Hazardous Substances Law; the Prevention of Sea Pollution from Land-Based Sources Law; the Water Law) of the Economic Plan Bill (Legislative Amendments... for the 2023 and 2024 Budget Years), 5783-2023 [Split pursuant to Section 84(b) of the Knesset Rules of Procedure]

The bill seeks to amend the Clean Air Law, 5788-2008. The proposal establishes the consolidation of environmental licensing procedures for activities with significant potential environmental impact. This consolidation will include a unified environmental permit that will replace separate permits currently required under various laws. The amendments are intended to streamline environmental licensing procedures and align them with European standards. In addition, the bill expands the definition of "best available technique" and adjusts the definition of "the Commissioner" in the law.

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