Establishes conditions for environmental benefit projects in lieu of civil penalties and authorizes the attorney general to review and approve.

The bill amends the environmental conservation law to allow for environmental benefit projects in place of civil penalties. It sets conditions for the acceptance of such projects, including criteria like location, type, and necessity. Projects must provide a discernible environmental benefit, be unrelated to the respondent's economic gain, and be designed to enhance ecosystems or prevent pollution. The bill also mandates that settlements include a payable penalty component and requires the attorney general to review and approve the settlement or administrative order.

Establishes conditions for environmental benefit projects in lieu of civil penalties and authorizes the attorney general to review and approve.

The bill amends the environmental conservation law to allow for environmental benefit projects in place of civil penalties. It sets conditions for the acceptance of such projects, including criteria like location, type, and necessity. Projects must provide a discernible environmental benefit, be unrelated to the respondent's economic gain, and be designed to enhance ecosystems or prevent pollution. The bill also mandates that settlements include a payable penalty component and requires the attorney general to review and approve the settlement or administrative order.