ELR Citation: ELR 20708
No(s). s. 72-C-275 et al (E.D. Wis. May 7, 1973)

Executive Order No. 11507, authorizing exemption of federal installations from compliance with applicable federal anti-pollution laws, does not exempt federal agencies from suit for violation of state and local pollution control requirements. The court denies the defendant agency's motion to dismiss on grounds of sovereign immunity.

Counsel for Plaintiff
E. Michael McCann
821 N. State St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233

Counsel for Defendant
Steve Underwood U.S. Attorney
Federal Building
Milwaukee, WI 53202