EPA Announces Plan to Address PFAS in Drinking Water
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced the agency's plans to take steps in regulating the levels of PFAS in drinking water, which are also known as PFCs.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
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Dan McKillop has more than fifteen years of experience representing corporate and individual clients in complex environmental litigation and regulatory proceedings before state and federal courts and environmental agencies arising under numerous state and federal statutes.
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EPA Launching Electronic System to Track Hazardous Waste
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is creating a new national system for tracking hazardous waste shipments electronically. The system, known as e-Manifest, is expected to launch on June 30, 2018. Regulated entities, including hazardous waste generators, transporters, brokers, and receiving facilities, should be preparing to comply with the new requirements.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
Tax Reform Law’s Impact on Environmental Settlements
The landmark tax reform law signed by President Donald Trump may make environmental settlements more expensive for New Jersey businesses. Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, it will be more difficult to deduct settlement payments made to federal, state or local governmental entities.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
Gov. Murphy Signs NJ Offshore Drilling Ban into Law
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy recently signed an offshore drilling ban that aims to protect New Jersey’s shorelines, as well as the tourism industry that depends on it. The legislation was prompted by the Trump Administration’s plan to open much of the East Coast for oil exploration.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
President Trump Pledges to Protect State Marijuana Rights, Is Federal Bill Next?
Should New Jersey legalize recreational marijuana, the federal government will not interfere. At least that’s what President Donald Trump is currently promising. According to White House officials, Trump has pledged to protect state marijuana rights.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
New Jersey Legislature Advancing Bill to Expand Medical Marijuana Program
The New Jersey Assembly Health and Senior Services Committee recently advanced legislation that aims to expand the state’s medical marijuana program. A-3740-3437 (the “Bill”), would expand access to medical marijuana for patients as well as clear the way for additional alternative treatment centers (ATCs).
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
What is the Process for Obtaining New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Licenses?
New Jersey is working toward legalization of recreational marijuana and the State is actively expanding its medical marijuana program. Licensing of marijuana retailers and additional medical dispensaries will be critical components of these efforts. Two bills currently in committee give indications of how New Jersey plans to proceed with such licensing.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
Federal Court to Address Key Issue Impacting Medical Cannabis Dispensaries
A federal judge recently agreed to decide a case that could have a significant impact on medical cannabis dispensaries across the country. The dispute centers on whether a deed restriction that forbids any “unlawful” purpose can be used to prohibit the operation of a medical marijuana dispensary.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
NJ Law Limits Availability of Remediation Grants Under HDSRF Program
In his last days in office, Gov. Chris Christie signed legislation that may make it more difficult for New Jersey entities to obtain financial assistance for the remediation of contaminated sites from the Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund (HDSRF).
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
Medical Cannabis Dispensary Seeking Immunity in IRS Audit
A medical cannabis dispensary in Colorado is asking the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for immunity from federal drug prosecution before providing documents requested in a tax audit. The case highlights that the existing conflict between state and federal law can cause serious legal issues for New Jersey cannabis businesses.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
EPA Seeking Comment on Regulating Discharges of Pollutants into Groundwater in Clean Water Act
The U.S. Department of Environmental Protection (EPA) is requesting comments on its previous statements regarding the Clean Water Act (CWA). The specific issue is whether pollutant discharges from point sources that reach jurisdictional surface waters via groundwater or other subsurface flow that has a direct hydrologic connection to the jurisdictional surface water may be subject to CWA regulation.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
NJDEP Updates Soil Remediation Standards
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) recently updated the soil remediation standards for 19 contaminants to reflect U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revisions to the toxicity criteria for these compounds. The updated soil remediation standards took effect on September 18, 2017.
Author: Daniel T. McKillop
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