HR 5225 · 100th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement
Health Waste Anti-Dumping Act of 1988
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EnactedLatest: Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.(1988-09-30)
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Health Waste Anti-Dumping Act of 1988 - Amends the Federal criminal code to establish criminal penalties for knowingly and without lawful authority dumping any health care facility waste: (1) upon the high seas or any waters within the admiralty and maritime jurisdiction of the United States; or (2) in any other place within the United States if interstate or foreign commerce is affected. Provides for forfeiture of property of violators. Includes wastes of veterinary services and laboratory services under the prohibition.…
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Cosponsors (20)
11 Democrats9 Republicans