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Superfund Polluter Pays: Restoring Taxes for Environmental Cleanup

This act reinstates and modifies taxes on hazardous substances to fund environmental cleanups. This means companies producing or importing crude oil and chemicals will pay more, with the collected funds dedicated to removing pollution, potentially improving environmental quality in your community.
Key points
Oil and chemical companies will face higher taxes to replenish the Superfund.
The definition of taxable crude oil will be expanded to include new types of raw materials.
Superfund monies will be available without further appropriations, speeding up environmental cleanup efforts.
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Additional Information
Superfund Polluter Pays Restoration Act of 2021
Print number: S 2183
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-06-22
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Superfund Polluter Pays: Restoring Taxes for Environmental Cleanup

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 2183.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Oil and chemical companies will face higher taxes to replenish the Superfund.
  • The definition of taxable crude oil will be expanded to include new types of raw materials.
  • Superfund monies will be available without further appropriations, speeding up environmental cleanup efforts.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 2183

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