The Oil Pollution Act (OPA)

The Oil Pollution Act (OPA), enacted in 1990, is a U.S. law designed to prevent and respond to oil spills in navigable waters and shorelines. It requires oil companies to create plans for spill prevention and response, and it holds them financially responsible for cleanup costs and damages caused by spills. The OPA also established the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund, which provides resources for immediate response actions. Overall, it aims to protect the environment and public health by ensuring proper preparedness and accountability in the oil industry.