An Act amending the act of October 18, 1988 (P.L.756, No.108), known as the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act, providing for spill response and residential environmental protection; and, in fund, further providing for Hazardous Sites Cleanup Fund.
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act to address spill response and environmental protection, particularly in residential areas. It establishes a framework for immediate action in case of hazardous substance discharges, requiring responsible parties to contain, clean up, and remove contamination. The bill also creates a fund to support these efforts and outlines standards for cleanup, especially in residential areas, ensuring they meet levels suitable for unrestricted use. It aims to protect public health and the environment by holding responsible parties accountable and providing the Department of Environmental Resources with the authority to take necessary steps.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for immediate response to discharges of hazardous substances, including spills.
- Requires responsible parties to contain, clean up, and remove contamination threatening residential areas.
- Creates a Hazardous Sites Cleanup Fund to finance response and remediation efforts.
- Defines ‘immediate environmental concern’ and ‘residential area’ for clarity.
- Authorizes the Department of Environmental Resources to issue directives and take action to address discharges.
- Sets cleanup standards for residential areas, including groundwater protection and air quality.
- Establishes timelines for investigation, containment, and remediation.
- Allows the Department to recover costs from responsible parties, including treble damages in cases of non-compliance.
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Primary sponsor
Steven Santarsiero
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