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H.R. 879

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To amend the Solid Waste Disposal Act to provide for secondary containment to prevent MTBE and petroleum contamination.
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Committee
Latest Action · March 14, 2005
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials.
Congress
109th (2005–2007)
Introduced
February 17, 2005
Cosponsors (8)
8D 0R
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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.

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