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CT SB00088
Bill
AI Summary
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Establishes definitions for sewage treatment plants, sewage spills, and combined sewers to clarify what constitutes a reportable spill affecting public health or environmental safety
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Requires the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection to post a map on the department's website by July 1, 2013, showing anticipated combined sewer overflows during storm events with location, duration, and relevant health/safety information
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Mandates posting of notices for unanticipated sewage spills and chronic contamination on the department's website by July 1, 2014, including discharge volume, treatment level, location, time, impacted area, and public safety precautions
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Requires the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection to consult with the Public Health Commissioner, sewage system operators, and local environmental and health agencies when developing sewage spill notices
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning The Public's Right To Know Of A Sewage Spill.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
5/2/2012