Bill98th CongressFiled Jan 26, 1983Environmental Protection
S. 208
A bill to amend the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act to prohibit the transportation of hazardous waste for the purposes of disposal abroad.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jan 26, 1983)
Amends the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act to prohibit the export of hazardous waste, except for recycling purposes by an approved commercial or government entity. Requires the Secretary of Transportation to develop regulations with respect to such transportation.
Directs the Secretary to maintain accurate records of all materials transported in commerce for export.
Requires the registration with the Secretary of any persons transporting in commerce hazardous waste for export.
What just happenedJan 26, 1983
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI](D-HI)Sponsor
1 cosponsor
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