New York S02137 makes failure to report a release of hazardous substances a class A misdemeanor, with subsequent violations being a class E felony.
New York S02137 amends the environmental conservation law by adding a new section that penalizes the failure to report a release of hazardous substances. The first offense is classified as a class A misdemeanor, while any subsequent violation is a class E felony. This law aims to ensure public health and environmental safety by enforcing stricter penalties for repeated non-compliance.
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