The Department of Justice has approved a proposed settlement with United Molasses, Inc. under the Oil Pollution Act concerning oil discharges at Terminal 4 in Richmond, California. As part of the settlement, United Molasses, Inc. will pay $650,000 to settle claims for damage to natural resources. The public can review and comment on this agreement until January 10, 2025, by contacting the Assistant Attorney General, Environment and Natural Resources Division. Further details and access to the settlement document are available on the Justice Department's website.
Simple Explanation
The Justice Department wants to settle a case about an oil spill that United Molasses, Inc. caused in California. They agreed that United Molasses will pay $650,000 to help fix the damage the oil caused to nature, and people have until January 10, 2025, to share their thoughts about this plan.