Rescinding the Regulations for Arbitration Requirements and Procedures for Small Superfund Cost Recovery Claims

The commenter argues that the EPA should not withdraw the arbitration method for small Superfund cost recovery claims, asserting that arbitration is a valid, cost-effective, and efficient alternative to federal litigation. They contend that the EPA has not provided sufficient evidence that arbitration is too burdensome or costly to maintain as an option for parties to choose.

The commenter opposes the rescission of the arbitration requirements, arguing that removing a basic process that the EPA does not even track is irresponsible and short-sighted. They question the logic of "simplifying" regulations by eliminating an underutilized procedure.