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Enforcement

Guidance: BFPPs and the New Amendments to CERCLA

Memorandum discusses the 2002 Brownfields Amendments and the limitations on liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA, commonly referred to as Superfund) for persons who qualify as bona fide prospective purchasers (BFPPs). Issued 5/31/2002.

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