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Shielding Waste Managers and Composters from PFAS Cleanup Liability.

This bill exempts solid waste management facilities and compost producers from financial liability under the Superfund law (CERCLA) for cleanup costs related to specific PFAS chemical releases. This protection applies only if the entities followed existing permits and regulations for waste disposal and composting. The goal is to prevent essential waste services from facing crippling retroactive cleanup costs, provided they did not act with gross negligence.
Key points
Waste management and composting facilities are protected from Superfund lawsuits regarding PFAS contamination if they comply with existing permits.
The exemption covers specific PFAS chemicals but does not apply if the facility acted with gross negligence or willful misconduct.
This aims to stabilize the waste management sector, which handles PFAS-containing waste generated by the public.
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Print number: 118_S_1429
Sponsor: Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Process start date: 2023-05-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Resource Management PFAS Liability Protection Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1429.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Waste management and composting facilities are protected from Superfund lawsuits regarding PFAS contamination if they comply with existing permits.
  • The exemption covers specific PFAS chemicals but does not apply if the facility acted with gross negligence or willful misconduct.
  • This aims to stabilize the waste management sector, which handles PFAS-containing waste generated by the public.
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. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY].

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 2025-12-26.

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