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Bill107th CongressFiled Mar 23, 2001Environmental Protection
S. 606

Ombudsman Reauthorization Act of 2002

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What it doesSummary passed senate amended (Nov 20, 2002)

Ombudsman Reauthorization Act of 2002 - Amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to revise provisions regarding the Ombudsman.

Expands the duties of the Ombudsman to include assisting citizens in resolving problems relating to any program or requirement under this Act, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA), as well as any other program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response Requires the Ombudsman to conduct investigations, make findings of fact, and make nonbinding recommendations concerning such problems.

Describes additional administrative and investigative powers of the Ombudsman. Requires the Ombudsman to appoint a Deputy for and maintain contact information in each region of the Agency. Requires annual reports on the status of health and environmental concerns addressed in complaints and cases brought before the Ombudsman.

Provides criminal penalties for obstructing the proceedings of or making false or fraudulent statements to the Ombudsman. Protects employees who comply with this Act.

Authorizes appropriations for the Ombudsman through FY 2012.

What just happenedNov 22, 2002

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID](R-ID)Sponsor
6 cosponsors6 R
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  1. Nov 22, 2002IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  2. Nov 22, 2002FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  3. Nov 22, 2002Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  4. Nov 22, 2002CommitteeH11000

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials.

    Environment and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee
  5. Nov 20, 2002Floor

    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 11/19/2002 S11656-11658; text as passed Senate: CR 11/19/2002 S11657-11658; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR 11/19/2002 S11656-11657)

  6. Nov 20, 2002Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR 11/19/2002 S11656-11658; text as passed Senate: CR 11/19/2002 S11657-11658; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR 11/19/2002 S11656-11657)

  7. Oct 17, 2002Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 737.

  8. Oct 17, 2002Committee

    Committee on Environment and Public Works. Reported by Senator Jeffords with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 107-320.

    Environment and Public Works Committee
  9. Oct 17, 2002Committee14000

    Committee on Environment and Public Works. Reported by Senator Jeffords with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 107-320.

    Environment and Public Works Committee
  10. Sep 26, 2002Committee

    Committee on Environment and Public Works. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

    Environment and Public Works Committee
  11. Jun 25, 2002Committee

    Committee on Environment and Public Works. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 107-1003.

    Environment and Public Works Committee
  12. Mar 23, 2001IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

    Environment and Public Works Committee
  13. Mar 23, 2001IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2829)

  14. Mar 23, 2001IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate amendedNov 20, 200235
Ombudsman Reauthorization Act of 2002 - Amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to revise provisions regarding the Ombudsman.

Expands the duties of the Ombudsman to include assisting citizens in resolving problems relating to any program or requirement under this Act, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA), as well as any other program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response Requires the Ombudsman to conduct investigations, make findings of fact, and make nonbinding recommendations concerning such problems.

Describes additional administrative and investigative powers of the Ombudsman. Requires the Ombudsman to appoint a Deputy for and maintain contact information in each region of the Agency. Requires annual reports on the status of health and environmental concerns addressed in complaints and cases brought before the Ombudsman.

Provides criminal penalties for obstructing the proceedings of or making false or fraudulent statements to the Ombudsman. Protects employees who comply with this Act.

Authorizes appropriations for the Ombudsman through FY 2012.

Reported to Senate with amendment(s)Oct 17, 200201
Ombudsman Reauthorization Act of 2002 - Amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to revise provisions regarding the Ombudsman.

Expands the duties of the Ombudsman to include assisting citizens in resolving problems relating to any program or requirement under this Act, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA), as well as any other program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response Requires the Ombudsman to conduct investigations, make findings of fact, and make nonbinding recommendations concerning such problems.

Describes additional administrative and investigative powers of the Ombudsman. Requires the Ombudsman to appoint a Deputy for and maintain contact information in each region of the Agency. Requires annual reports on the status of health and environmental concerns addressed in complaints and cases brought before the Ombudsman.

Provides criminal penalties for obstructing the proceedings of or making false or fraudulent statements to the Ombudsman. Protects employees who comply with this Act.

Authorizes appropriations for the Ombudsman through FY 2012.

Introduced in SenateMar 23, 200100
Ombudsman Reauthorization Act of 2001 - Amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to revise provisions regarding the Ombudsman.

Expands the duties of the Ombudsman to include: (1) assisting citizens in resolving problems with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of the Assistant Administrator for Solid Waste and Emergency Response; (2) proposing changes in EPA administrative practices to mitigate such problems; and (3) conducting investigations, making findings of fact, and making nonbinding recommendations concerning such problems.

Describes additional administrative and investigative powers of the Ombudsman.

Reauthorizes appropriations for the Ombudsman through FY 2010.