In this action the United States sought civil penalties and injunctive relief arising from Wal-Mart's failure to comply with the regulations and permits governing the discharge of storm water at twenty-four construction sites in nine states. The Consent Decree provides that Wal-Mart will undertake a comprehensive management and oversight system to ensure that contractors building Wal-Mart stores, Sam's Club stores, and Wal-Mart Supercenters will comply with all applicable permits and regulations. In addition, the Consent Decree requires payment of a civil penalty of $3.1 million and performance of a supplemental environmental project comprised of the purchase and protection of wetlands or similar areas.