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S. 208

A bill to amend the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act to prohibit the transportation of hazardous waste for the purposes of disposal abroad.

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.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce.

Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI](D-HI)Sponsor
1 cosponsor
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