Supreme Court Rules on L.A. Storm Water
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On January 8, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on the suit, Los Angeles County Flood Control District v. Natural Resources Defense Council, which was initiated by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Los Angeles Waterkeeper in 2008. The suit focuses on the issue of liability for the discharge of toxic pollutants under the District’s municipal storm water permit (“MS4”).
The Court ruled very narrowly on the case and remanded it back to the 9th Circuit Court.
The good news is that the Clean Water Act’s enforceability has not been changed as a result of their decision.
For more information please see the NRDC and LA Waterkeeper’s press release and this blog post on the Center for Progressive Reforms Page.
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