​AG Bonta, alongside the California Dept. of Toxic Substances Control, filed a lawsuit against Waste Connections, and other owners and operators of the Chiquita Canyon Landfill, related to the ongoing subsurface elevated temperature event that is the source of persistent environmental contamination. This includes repeated releases of contaminated liquids known as leachate, which can have profound impacts on public health. 

"Protecting the environment and safeguarding Californians requires quick and effective action from the Chiquita Canyon Landfill’s owners and operators. […] We cannot allow the California dream to be smothered by the repeated releases of hazardous waste at the Chiquita Canyon Landfill – we must act. […] Let there be no doubt, when owners and operators fail to do their part in protecting our water, soil, and air, my office will step in." – AG Bonta