COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – United States Attorney Adair F. Boroughs has announced the appointment of Assistant United States Attorney Johanna Valenzuela as the District’s first Environmental Law Coordinator. Environmental justice is the fair treatment and meaningful inclusion of all people, regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, in the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. Ms. Valenzuela is the Deputy Head of the Civil Division where she handles civil and other enforcement disputes.
“Our office is especially committed to protecting South Carolinians who are disproportionately burdened by environmental and health threats,” said the U.S. attorney. “By reporting public health and safety concerns, South Carolinians can help ensure the firm but fair enforcement of our state’s environmental and public health laws. These laws will give all our families a better chance to live, play and work.
The Agency welcomes public input on potential environmental, health and climate impacts on individuals and communities in the region.
Members of the public may submit information or concerns about environmental damage by email, mail or telephone.
Email: johanna.valenzuela@usdoj.gov
Mail: U.S. Attorney’s Office
District of South Carolina
1441 Main Street, Suite 500
Columbia, SC 29201
Attn: Johanna Valenzuela, Environmental Law Coordinator
For more information on environmental justice and enforcement in the District of South Carolina, visit https://www.justice.gov/usao-sc/environmental-justice-and-enforcement.
More information about the US Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina can be found at https://www.justice.gov/usao-sc.
