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Sovereign immunity

Is sovereign immunity abolished, retained, or partially waived under state law If sovereign immunity is retained, abolished, or partially waived, state statutes and court decisions will clarify what immunity exists in specific programs or actions. Does the state have a comprehensive tort liability statute or a few provisions of the state code that describe the liability of government units (see Table 11.2 for a list of state tort law references.)... [Pg.254]

Sovereign immunity A doctrine of law, existing in various forms in various jurisdictions, which holds that governments are immune from suits unless they agree to be sued. Statute A law passed by the legislature. [Pg.260]

The Federal Facility Compliance Act (FFCAct, Pub. L. 102-386) was enacted on October 6, 1992, and, among other things, specifically waived sovereign immunity with respect to RCRA for federal facilities. Therefore, EPA may impose fines and penalties on federal agencies. [Pg.150]

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