This is the Environmental Health Act of 2009. The Environmental Health Act of 1975 is repealed, provided that all regulations and orders of the provisions and procedures promulgated thereunder remain in effect until amended or canceled in accordance with this law.
The law addresses:
- Establishment of the Council, its composition, terms of reference and responsibilities
- Maintenance of drinking water, air, and mitigate contagious diseases
- Hazardous waste and solid and liquid waste
- General Provisions