Recycle America's Land Act of 2001
Last action on May 1, 2001Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E689)
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Summary
Recycle America's Land Act of 2001- Amends the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) to direct the President to establish assistance programs for: (1) assessment and remediation of brownfields; and (2) State voluntary cleanup programs.
Absolves of liability under CERCLA: (1) certain owners or operators, including heirs, specified treatment works, and owners or operators of rights-of-way; (2) certain non-owner/operators, including small businesses, landfills, de micromis contributors, and recyclers; and (4) contiguous property owners.
Limits the right to seek contribution from other parties in certain circumstances.
Revises provisions regarding settlements.
Establishes a liability allocation process for NPL facilities.
Reauthorizes appropriations to the Hazardous Substance Superfund through FY 2007.
