Environmental
What is 'CERCLA' and how does it affect Pennsylvania property transactions involving contaminated sites?
AA Pennsylvania state law governing cleanup of coal-related contamination
BThe federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (Superfund), which imposes strict, joint and several liability for contamination cleanup on property owners, operators, and prior owners✓ Correct
CA PADEP certification program for environmental remediation contractors
DA federal law only applicable to active industrial facilities, not transferred properties
Explanation
CERCLA (42 U.S.
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