17 Jul 2025
💵Proposed Consent Decree Under CERCLA
Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
Summary
The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed consent decree related to the Ley Creek Site under CERCLA, requiring certain defendants, including Bristol-Myers Squibb, to pay $12.7 million for environmental cleanup costs. Public comments on the decree are being accepted, with implications for responsible parties concerning compliance and financial obligations.
Agencies
- Justice Department
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed consent decree requires 15 defendants to pay significant sums for environmental response costs. Businesses involved may face compliance requirements and financial liabilities due to environmental regulations under CERCLA, affecting their operational costs and legal strategies.