The metal shredding industry, which handles toxic waste in Bay Area communities, is attempting to overhaul hazardous waste laws to get a sweetheart carveout from the state.
That is why we strongly urge lawmakers to vote “NO” on Senate Bill 811.
Authored by Senator Caballero (District 14), SB 811 is a dangerous piece of deregulation masquerading as a comprehensive oversight framework. The bill is an industry handout designed to exempt metal shredding facilities from California’s strict hazardous waste laws and allow them to regulate themselves. Senator Caballero represents the Fresno area, which, notably, does not include a metal shredding facility.
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Source: Alameda Post