The Department of Justice has announced a proposed Consent Decree with BCP Ingredients, Inc. over violations of the Clean Air Act due to the release of ethylene oxide at their Missouri facility. Under this agreement, BCP will pay a $300,000 fine, install new equipment to reduce emissions, and conduct three community projects worth $350,000. These projects include donating vehicles and medical supplies, providing medical visits, and supplying emergency response equipment. The public can comment on this decree within 30 days of its announcement.
Simple Explanation
The Department of Justice is asking BCP Ingredients to pay $300,000 because they let a bad gas out, and they also have to do good things like giving money and supplies to help the community. People can tell the government what they think about this plan for 30 days.