H.R. 4341 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 ("Superfund") to provide that manure is not considered a hazardous substance or pollutant or contaminant under that Act, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4341 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Nov 16, 2005, sponsored by Ralph M. Hall with 191 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Nov 16, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 191
- Policy area
- Environmental Protection
What it does
Amends the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 to exclude manure from the definition of "hazardous substance" or "pollutant or contaminant" under that Act. Amends the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 to exempt releases associated with manure from the emergency notification requirements under that Act.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ralph M. Hall (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 34 Democrats, 157 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 16, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2211) (Dec 8, 2005)
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