LAC 33:VI.701. Purpose

A. The goal of the department in all settlement negotiations with PRPs is to obtain complete site remedial actions by the PRPs and/or to collect 100 percent of the department's costs for site remediation. B. The liability of PRPs to the department is absolute and presumed in solido. C. Where the department finds that PRP involvement will further the department's goals, the department may enter into negotiations with the PRPs, subject to the limitations and procedures set forth in this Chapter. With the concurrence of the attorney general where required by law, the department may settle or resolve, as deemed advantageous to the state, any suits, disputes, or claims for any penalty under the Act or these regulations.