The Justice Department announced a proposed settlement agreement related to environmental claims against the Western Employers Insurance Company (WEIC) concerning the Pioneer Metals Finishing Superfund Site. The agreement involves WEIC paying $1.2 million to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to resolve claims under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). If approved by the court, the EPA will not pursue additional claims against WEIC and related parties concerning this matter. The public can comment on the settlement by contacting the Assistant Attorney General within 30 days of the notice's publication.
Simple Explanation
The government made a deal with an insurance company to pay $1.2 million to help clean up a polluted place called the Pioneer Metals Finishing Superfund Site, and people can share their thoughts about this deal with the government.