California AB2577 amends the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 to modify procedures for attorney's fees in settlements.

California AB2577 amends the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 to revise procedures for attorney's fees in settlements. The bill allows courts to review the basis for a belief of exposure to listed chemicals if no actual exposure occurred. It mandates that alleged violators correct violations, pay a civil penalty, and notify the Attorney General. The Attorney General can object to fee awards if the court finds the action frivolous.

California AB2577 amends the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 to modify procedures for attorney's fees in settlements.

California AB2577 amends the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 to revise procedures for attorney's fees in settlements. The bill allows courts to review the basis for a belief of exposure to listed chemicals if no actual exposure occurred. It mandates that alleged violators correct violations, pay a civil penalty, and notify the Attorney General. The Attorney General can object to fee awards if the court finds the action frivolous.