LD 2223
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LR 3120
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15. It requires the Commissioner of Environmental Protection
to recommend, by January 1, 2007, new statewide goals for
reducing the amount of toxics used, toxics released and hazardous
waste generated.

 
16. It requires the Commissioner of Environmental Protection
to establish a biennial performance recognition program for high
performers.

 
17. It revises the fees required to be paid to the department
by toxics users, toxics releasers and hazardous waste generators.

 
18. It clarifies the penalties for failure to meet
requirements under the toxics use and hazardous waste reduction
laws.

 
19. It allocates funds to the Department of Environmental
Protection for implementing additional responsibilities.


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