New Jersey S252 mandates discharge response, cleanup, and contingency plans for high hazard trains transporting hazardous materials.

New Jersey S252 requires the owner or operator of a high hazard train to submit a discharge response, cleanup, and contingency plan to the Department of Environmental Protection. The plan must be submitted within six months of the bill's effective date and renewed every five years. The plan must include details such as emergency response measures, equipment, and personnel. The owner or operator must also offer training to local emergency services personnel. The Department of Environmental Protection can assess civil penalties for violations and request bridge inspection reports from the U.S.

New Jersey S252 mandates discharge response, cleanup, and contingency plans for high hazard trains transporting hazardous materials.

New Jersey S252 requires the owner or operator of a high hazard train to submit a discharge response, cleanup, and contingency plan to the Department of Environmental Protection. The plan must be submitted within six months of the bill's effective date and renewed every five years. The plan must include details such as emergency response measures, equipment, and personnel. The owner or operator must also offer training to local emergency services personnel. The Department of Environmental Protection can assess civil penalties for violations and request bridge inspection reports from the U.S.