AB2577 amends the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 to adjust civil penalties and address attorney's fees in settlements.
AB2577 amends the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 to adjust civil penalties for violations based on changes in the California Consumer Price Index. It also outlines procedures for approving settlements, including the distribution of penalties and attorney's fees. Specifically, 75% of the penalty goes to the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Fund, while 25% is paid to the person who served the notice.
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