Interior Department updates rules for natural resource damage assessments
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The Department of the Interior has issued a final rule that changes how it handles “Type A” procedures. These are simplified processes used to assess damages to natural resources after a hazardous substance is released into the environment.
Why it matters: This is primarily an administrative cleanup intended to keep internal procedures consistent and up to date. It streamlines how the agency handles certain damage assessments following chemical or hazardous spills.
Who it affects
- Companies or entities responsible for hazardous substance releases
This information comes from the Department of the Interior via the Federal Register; readers should consult the official document before relying on these regulations for compliance.
Agency: Interior Department,
Source: Federal Register — read the official document