Clean Water Justice Act

1/3/2025, 3:31 PM
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10335, also known as the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendment, aims to increase criminal fines for violations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The bill seeks to strengthen penalties for individuals or entities that pollute water sources, in order to deter harmful environmental practices.

The proposed legislation includes provisions to raise fines for violations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, which regulates the discharge of pollutants into water bodies. By increasing the financial consequences for non-compliance with the Act, the bill aims to incentivize better environmental stewardship and protect water quality for communities across the United States.

In addition to increasing criminal fines, the bill also includes measures to enhance enforcement mechanisms and improve monitoring of water pollution. These provisions are designed to hold polluters accountable for their actions and ensure that water resources are safeguarded for future generations. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10335 represents a significant step towards strengthening environmental protections and promoting responsible water management practices. By increasing penalties for violations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, the legislation aims to deter harmful pollution and safeguard the health and well-being of communities that rely on clean water sources.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10335

Introduced on
2024-12-10

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/10/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10335, also known as the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendment, aims to increase criminal fines for violations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The bill seeks to strengthen penalties for individuals or entities that pollute water sources, in order to deter harmful environmental practices.

The proposed legislation includes provisions to raise fines for violations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, which regulates the discharge of pollutants into water bodies. By increasing the financial consequences for non-compliance with the Act, the bill aims to incentivize better environmental stewardship and protect water quality for communities across the United States.

In addition to increasing criminal fines, the bill also includes measures to enhance enforcement mechanisms and improve monitoring of water pollution. These provisions are designed to hold polluters accountable for their actions and ensure that water resources are safeguarded for future generations. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10335 represents a significant step towards strengthening environmental protections and promoting responsible water management practices. By increasing penalties for violations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, the legislation aims to deter harmful pollution and safeguard the health and well-being of communities that rely on clean water sources.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to increase certain criminal fines, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action12/10/2024
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdi...