LUST Trust Fund

The LUST Trust Fund is a government program that provides funding to clean up and restore areas affected by oil spills, particularly those caused by pipelines. When oil companies operate pipelines and there’s a spill, part of the costs for cleanup and environmental recovery are covered by this fund. It ensures that resources are available quickly to address spills, reduce environmental damage, and prevent further harm. The fund is financed through fees paid by pipeline operators, not taxpayers, and supports emergency response, cleanup efforts, and environmental restoration.