Same; access to properties and facilities; inspection and monitoring requirements

65-170b. Same; access to properties and facilities; inspection and monitoring requirements. In performing investigations or administrative functions relating to water pollution or a public water supply system as provided by K.S.A. 65-161 to 65-171j, inclusive, or any amendments thereto, the secretary of health and environment or the secretary's duly authorized representatives upon presenting appropriate credentials, may enter any property or facility which is subject to the provisions of K.S.A. 65-161 to 65-171j, inclusive, or any amendments thereto, for the purpose of observing, monitoring, collecting samples, examining records and facilities to determine compliance or noncompliance with state laws and rules and regulations relating to water pollution or public water supply. The secretary of health and environment or the secretary's duly authorized representative shall make such requirements as they deem necessary relating to the inspection, monitoring, recording and reporting by any holder of a sewage discharge permit issued under K.S.A. 65-165, or any holder of a public water supply system permit issued under K.S.A. 65-163. History: L. 1973, ch. 244, § 2; L. 1974, ch. 352, § 32; L. 1977, ch. 212, § 4; April 14. Attorney General's Opinions: Cited in reference to KDHE administration of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. 87-130. Confined animal feeding operations; environmental impact; contamination of soil and water; application and enforcement of federal and state laws; legislative authority. 98-2. Previous | Next LEGISLATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL General Policies 2026 Archived LCC Documents Archived LCC Meetings REVISOR OF STATUTES Archived Session Documents Archived School Finance Documents USEFUL LINKS Session Laws Kansas Administrative Regulations OTHER LEGISLATIVE SITES Kansas Legislature Administrative Services Division of Post Audit Research Department Contact Us PDF Help www.ksrevisor.gov 2026