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The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree with a federal court in New Jersey concerning three companies linked to the CPS/Madison Superfund Site. These companies are expected to carry out and help with environmental cleanup efforts that could cost around $14 million. The decree outlines that the U.S. government won't sue the companies for these specific cleanup actions. The public has 30 days to submit comments on this proposal.

The Department of Justice has proposed a Consent Decree with PennEnergy Resources, LLC, related to a lawsuit over Clean Air Act violations at its facilities in Pennsylvania. The alleged violations involve improper design and maintenance of vapor control systems, leading to air pollution. Under the decree, PennEnergy must enhance its facilities' systems, undertake an environmental project, and pay a $2 million penalty. The public can comment on this decree within 30 days, and the details are available on the Justice Department's website.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree concerning a case where the United States accused Thomas E. Lipar and associated companies of violating the Clean Water Act by discharging pollutants without a permit. To settle these allegations, the defendants are required to perform compensatory environmental mitigation and adhere to best management practices. The public had initially been given until February 25, 2021, to comment on this proposed agreement, but the deadline was extended to March 11, 2021. The details of the Consent Decree can be reviewed online or at the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, although access may be restricted due to COVID-19.

The Department of Justice has proposed a Consent Decree to resolve a lawsuit against Meyer Distributing, Inc. for allegedly violating the Clean Air Act. Meyer is accused of selling over 600 types of devices that interfere with vehicle emission controls. As part of the settlement, Meyer is required to pay a $7.4 million penalty, comply with the Clean Air Act, and undertake actions to offset the emissions their devices contributed to. The public can comment on this proposal until 30 days after the notice's publication date.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a proposed consent decree related to a lawsuit where United Refining Co. claimed that the EPA did not act on its 2019 small refinery hardship exemption request under the Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) program. This proposed consent decree would require the EPA to make a decision on United's petition by February 19, 2021. Public comments on this proposal are encouraged and must be submitted by February 3, 2021. The proposed actions and comments can be viewed and submitted online through the official EPA website.

The Department of Justice has filed a proposed update to the 2006 Consent Decree with the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut. This case involves the United States and the State of Connecticut seeking action against the Metropolitan District of Hartford for violations of the Clean Water Act. The modification extends the deadline for removing certain sewage overflow points and sets a new plan for reducing water infiltration into the sewer system. Public comments on this proposal are open for thirty days, and the decree can be accessed online or by requesting assistance.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri regarding environmental claims at the Madison County Mines Superfund Site. The settlement involves Delta Asphalt, Inc., and aims to resolve contamination-related claims under federal and Missouri state environmental laws. Delta Asphalt will place controls on their property to allow the Environmental Protection Agency and the State to conduct necessary remedial actions. There is a public comment period, and individuals may submit comments and request a public meeting within 30 days of this notice.

The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed a Consent Decree as part of a lawsuit against the Atlantic County Utilities Authority in New Jersey for violating the Clean Air Act. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the Environmental Protection Agency and New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection, alleges violations related to solid waste combustion and sewage sludge incineration units. The proposed decree requires the utility to pay a $75,000 fine, establish new operating procedures, and complete a supplemental project of installing electric vehicle charging stations. The notice invites public comments on the decree, which can be submitted via email or mail within 30 days.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree in a lawsuit concerning natural resource damages caused by Vigor Industrial, LLC and Exxon Mobil Corp. The lawsuit involves claims under environmental laws for damages in Seattle's Lower Duwamish River. The proposed settlement requires the defendants to carry out and maintain habitat restoration projects and pay $815,816.59 for assessment costs. Public comments on the proposed Consent Decree and the Draft Restoration Plan will be accepted for 30 days following the notice's publication.

The Department of Justice has proposed a consent decree regarding a lawsuit against the Water Supply and Storage Company and the Grand River Ditch, involving damage caused by a ruptured pipe at the Grand River Ditch in Rocky Mountain National Park. Under the decree, the defendants must pay $2,680,000 for response costs and damages, enter an operations and maintenance agreement, and hire a consultant for a maintenance plan. The public can comment on this decree within 30 days of the notice publication. The consent decree is available on the Justice Department's website for those interested.