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Committee approves change to penalties for hazardous‑materials damage to fire equipment; allows payment plans
Summary
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted to advance HB179, which raises penalties for parties that fail to reimburse fire departments for equipment damage and cleanup after hazardous‑material releases and allows payment schedules to prevent penalty accrual.
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee advanced HB179, a bill updating penalties and enforcement procedures when hazardous‑material releases damage fire departments’ equipment. Sponsors said the current statutory remedy—a single $1,000 penalty—fails to incentivize responsible parties to promptly reimburse cleanup and equipment‑repair costs.
Under the House‑amended language presented to the committee, a 90‑day grace period would follow notice; if…
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