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- H.R.879
H.R.879: To amend the Solid Waste Disposal Act to provide for secondary containment to prevent MTBE and petroleum contamination.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Feb. 17, 2005
- Latest Major Action March 14, 2005
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to require: (1) secondary containment of any new or replaced underground storage tank system; and (2) the monitoring for leaks of the space between the primary and secondary containment if the new or replaced tank or piping are within 1,000 feet of a community water system, potable drinking water well, or other sensitive area. Establishes civil penalties for a violation of these requirements.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials.
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| Feb. 17, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by John D. Dingell (D-Mich.) |