2020 House Bill 5455

Increase environmental cleanup cost liability on business

Introduced in the House

Feb. 4, 2020

Introduced by Rep. Cynthia Johnson (D-5)

To increase the maximum fine that can be levied against a company for violating state environmental laws and rules to 5% of corporation's annual gross revenue in that preceding fiscal year, or the maximum fine otherwise specified in statute, whichever is greater.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation