Administrative/Regulatory
Apr. 4, 2013
Private enforcement under Proposition 65 drives progress
Though some courts and commentators argue that Prop. 65 spawns "absurdly easy" lawsuits, that view discounts the significant improvements to public health resulting from private enforcement. By Pete McCloskey and Alexandra Hamilton
Proposition 65 requires California businesses to inform customers about significant amounts of certain chemicals in products or that are released into the environment. Part of the initiative's effectiveness stems from the fact that it allows individuals acting in the public interest to file lawsuits alleging violations. Though some courts and commentators argue that Prop. 65 spawns "absurdly easy" lawsuits, ...
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