HR 5231 · 100th Congress · Environmental Protection

Medical Waste Sanctions Act of 1988

Introduced 1988-08-11· Sponsored by Rep. Studds, Gerry E. [D-MA-10]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: See S.2030.(1988-11-18)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Medical Waste Sanctions Act of 1988 - Amends the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972 to prohibit the dumping of medical waste into the ocean. Increases the criminal penalties imposed against persons who knowingly violate such Act's provisions, regulations, or permits pertaining to waste disposal in the ocean. Makes any person involved in the unlawful disposal of material which affects ocean waters liable for the removal costs and damages caused by such disposal. Sets forth defenses to such liability.…

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Cosponsors (6)

2 Democrats4 Republicans