Frank Lautenberg: “I share these concerns. We want to put Federal facilities back into productive use as quickly as we can. But we must…”

“I share these concerns. We want to put Federal facilities back into productive use as quickly as we can. But we must make sure that we do so in a way that protects our citizens health and their environment. While the amendment includes a number of assurances that must be made before a transfer can occur, we must make sure that all of the assurances are met so that health and safety are not compromised and cleanup occurs as quickly as possible. One of the most effective tools now being used to expedite cleanups are interagency agreements, including tri-party agreements. Does the Senator agree that triparty agreements are an effective mechanism for ensuring input from States and coordinating cleanup efforts, and should be used where appropriate?”