Environmental Justice Tracker

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DOJ Launched Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands Environmental Crimes Task Force

Last updated:

May 11, 2023

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DOJ launched a new Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) Environmental Crimes Task Force to investigate and prosecute violations of federal environmental, wildlife, and human health laws, with a core focus on environmental justice-related violations. The task force will bring together enforcement staff from various agencies, including the Army Corps of Engineers, EPA, FBI, and HUD.