AG ​Brown and the Maryland Department of the Environment today filed a lawsuit against DC Water seeking penalties and damages for costs associated with contamination of the Potomac River caused by a historic sewage discharge and a court order requiring full restoration of the site.

“DC Water knew this aging infrastructure was corroding, yet it delayed repairs and failed in its duty to protect this treasured waterway, failures that we allege constitute gross negligence. We are going to court to make sure they make it right for Marylanders." – AG Brown