What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2673.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-20.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2673/BILLS-117hr2673ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 2673

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Expanding Liability for Inland Oil Spills

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Petroleum products, including fuel oil and sludge, are now classified as hazardous substances, increasing accountability for their spills. The act aims to ensure that inland oil pollution is subject to the same cleanup and liability rules as other hazardous substances. These changes may impact operational costs for oil-related businesses but also improve environmental quality in affected areas.

This new law broadens the scope of environmental liability to include landlocked petroleum product releases. This means that companies and individuals responsible for such spills can be held financially accountable for their cleanup, potentially leading to a cleaner environment and enhanced public health protection.

Key points

Petroleum products, including fuel oil and sludge, are now classified as hazardous substances, increasing accountability for their spills.

The act aims to ensure that inland oil pollution is subject to the same cleanup and liability rules as other hazardous substances.

These changes may impact operational costs for oil-related businesses but also improve environmental quality in affected areas.

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Additional Information

CLEANUP Act

Print number: HR 2673

Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]

Process start date: 2021-04-20

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Expanding Liability for Inland Oil Spills

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