This bill amends the Air Pollution Control Act of January 8, 1960, to enhance the responsibilities of the Department of Environmental Protection regarding major facilities that may cause air pollution. A new requirement mandates that all major facilities develop and maintain a municipal notification plan. This plan must ensure timely notification to the affected municipality and adjacent municipalities in the event of an industrial equipment breakdown or accident that poses a significant health risk due to air pollution. The notification must occur within twelve hours of the incident, unless the risk is mitigated beforehand. Additionally, the plan must include communication strategies for community members to address the risks and require annual updates to ensure the contact procedures remain current.

The bill also revises the civil penalties associated with violations of the act. The maximum penalty for violations will increase progressively over the years, starting at $10,000 per day for the first three years, $15,000 for the fourth year, and escalating to $37,500 per day for violations occurring thereafter. This change aims to strengthen deterrence against violations by imposing higher financial consequences. The Department of Environmental Protection will consider various factors when determining the penalty amount, including the severity of the violation and the compliance history of the facility. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.