AG Raoul reaches settlement over air pollution at Chicago steel forging facility
Published Date: Dec 12, 2025
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- Lead States
- Action Type Consent decree
AG Raoul announced his office filed a consent order resolving claims that A. Finkl & Sons Co. (Finkl) emitted excess amount of nitrogen oxides, a regulated air pollutant, at its Chicago facility. The facility is located in Chicago’s Burnside community, recognized by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) as an environmental justice community.
“I appreciate the cooperation of Finkl as the company works to resolve the alleged violations and ensure compliance with environmental laws and permit provisions. I am committed to protecting all Illinois communities from the health and environmental impacts of pollution and holding companies accountable for violations of our environmental laws.” – AG Raoul