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- H.R.870
H.R.870: Toxic Cleanup Equity and Acceleration Act of 1993
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
- This bill is primarily about environmental protection
- Introduced Feb. 4, 1993
- Latest Major Action July 27, 1994
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
55 (35 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 19 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Toxic Cleanup Equity and Acceleration Act of 1993 - Amends the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) to absolve municipalities or other persons of liability (other than to the President) for claims of contribution or other response costs for the generation, transportation, or arrangement for the transportation, treatment, or disposal of municipal solid waste or sewage sludge. Authorizes eligible...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the House Committee on Public Works + Transportation.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Hazardous Materials.
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See H.R.3800.
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| Feb. 4, 1993 |
Introduced in the House by Robert G. Torricelli (D-N.J.) |