An amendment dealing with State siting standards. It specifies that federal regulations will apply in situations of State siting standards except where the State standard effectively results in prohibitions of land disposal of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant. It also adds that state permits may not significantly increase the estimated costs of the clean up action.

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Amendment Number
681
Description
An amendment dealing with State siting standards. It specifies that federal regulations will apply in situations of State siting standards except where the State standard effectively results in prohibitions of land disposal of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant. It also adds that state permits may not significantly increase the estimated costs of the clean up action.
Congress
99
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Dec 6, 1985
Latest Action Text
Amendment Passed in Committee of the Whole by Voice Vote.
Submitted Date
Dec 6, 1985
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Jun 30, 2021
Amendment 681 — Informed