To minimize harm to populations impacted by the release of environmental contaminants, hazardous materials or infectious materials in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita by providing for a Comprehensive Environmental Sampling and Toxicity Assessment Plan (CESTAP) to assess and monitor air, water, soil and human populations, and for other purposes.

This bill, introduced in response to the 2005 Gulf Coast hurricanes, directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a comprehensive plan for testing and cleaning up hazardous materials, mold, and infectious contaminants left behind by the storms. It focuses on restoring safe drinking water and wastewater systems while requiring long-term health monitoring for residents and workers exposed to environmental toxins. For citizens, the legislation would provide federal grants for inspecting and cleaning up mold in homes, schools, and businesses, and would establish clear safety standards for contractors performing remediation work.