Question

BP violated the Clean Air Act by discharging pollutants from one of its refineries and was unable to reach a settlement with the EPA regarding a violation of the law. The EPA plans to go forward with a trial on this matter, which will be heard by:

a. an administrative law judge (ALJ).
b. the United States Supreme Court.
c. a county court judge.
d. an appellate court judge.

Answer 1

The EPA plans to go forward with a trial on this matter, which will be heard by: a. an administrative law judge (ALJ).

Step-by-step explanation:

The Clean Air Act is a federal law passed by United States of America in the year 1970. The motive of the Clean Air Act is to protect the environment and human health from the effects of air pollution. The law is later amended in 1977 and 1990.

60% of the major air pollutants causing smog and particulate pollution are reduced under Clean Air Act. The law helps in reducing the pollution caused by acid rain. Emission of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide is reduced to an extent to improve the health of general public.