Pennsylvania SB685 amends the Air Pollution Control Act to enhance environmental protection measures.

Pennsylvania SB685 amends the Air Pollution Control Act to mandate that major facilities develop and maintain a municipal notification plan for air pollution incidents. These plans must include timely notification to affected municipalities, the most efficient communication methods, and risk mitigation measures for community members. The Department of Environmental Protection will oversee yearly updates and revisions to these plans. Additionally, the bill revises civil penalties for violations, with escalating fines over the first five years following enactment.

Pennsylvania SB685 amends the Air Pollution Control Act to enhance environmental protection measures.

Pennsylvania SB685 amends the Air Pollution Control Act to mandate that major facilities develop and maintain a municipal notification plan for air pollution incidents. These plans must include timely notification to affected municipalities, the most efficient communication methods, and risk mitigation measures for community members. The Department of Environmental Protection will oversee yearly updates and revisions to these plans. Additionally, the bill revises civil penalties for violations, with escalating fines over the first five years following enactment.