Are there any laws related to the regulation of hazardous materials?

Yes, the state of Montana has laws that regulate hazardous materials. The Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Act (HMERA), passed by the Montana Legislature in 1997, is the primary source of such laws. This act provides for the regulation of hazardous materials by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and provides for the registration and training of emergency responders to handle hazardous material emergencies. The HMERA requires DEQ to track and monitor hazardous materials and hazardous waste in the state of Montana. The act also requires facilities that store, use or dispose of hazardous materials in the state to meet certain requirements, such as providing the DEQ with a list of hazardous materials being stored and having an emergency response plan in place. The HMERA also prohibits the storage of hazardous materials near schools, churches, hospitals, or other sensitive areas. In addition, the act requires that hazardous material spills be reported to DEQ. Finally, the act provides for civil and criminal penalties and enforcement proceedings for those who violate the above provisions. Overall, the HMERA ensures that hazardous materials in the state of Montana are properly handled and stored, and that the public is protected from hazardous materials accidents or related incidents.

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