The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on April 22, 2025, settlements with 10 entities with facilities across California for claims of chemical safety-related violations under the Clean Air Act. Two water treatment plants were listed in EPA’s expedited settlement agreements. All entities agreed to come into compliance with Risk Management Program (RMP) safety requirements and pay penalties, which total over $170,000. According to the EPA, two water treatment plants in the state of California had violations: Benecia Water Treatment Plant … (and) Cement Hill Water Treatment Plant.

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