epa was created by richard nixon
Act Positive / Impact on the Environment / Goals of Bringing into Legislation
1.
1970 The Clean Air Act (CAA)
Improved air quality
Regulate and reduce air pollution from stationary and mobile sources, and protect public health and the environment from harmful air pollutants
2.
1972 The Marine
Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA)
Protection of marine life and ecosystems, prevention of ocean dumping Protect and conserve marine resources, prevent pollution and destruction of ocean habitats, and promote scientific research and monitoring of marine ecosystems
3.
1971 The Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act
Protection of wild horses and burros
Preserve and protect free-roaming wild horses and burros as living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of the West, and prevent their capture, injury, or death
4.
1973 Endangered Species Act (ESA)
Protection and conservation of endangered and threatened species and their habitats
Prevent extinction of plant and animal species and restore populations to healthy levels, maintain biodiversity and ecosystem health
5.
1977 The Clean Water Act (CWA)
Improved water quality RegulateRegulate
Regulate and reduce pollution from point sources such as industrial and municipal wastewater treatment plants, protect water quality in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas, and establish water quality standards for all contaminants in surface waters
6.
1980 The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)
Cleanup of hazardous waste sites
Protect human health and the environment from hazardous waste releases, identify and clean up hazardous waste sites, and hold responsible parties liable for the costs of cleanup
7.
1990 The Pollution Prevention Act
Reduction of pollution at the source
Encourage source reduction of pollution through the use of best management practices, improve efficiency in resource use and minimize waste generation, and promote sustainable production processes
8.
1970 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Improved vehicle safety standards
Develop and enforce regulations to reduce motor vehicle crashes and their consequences, improve vehicle safety technology, and educate the public on safe driving practices
9.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Protection and enforcement of environmental regulations
Develop and enforce environmental regulations to protect human health and the environment, conduct research, provide technical assistance to states and communities, and educate the public about environmental issues and risks
Clean Air Act: This law helps make the air cleaner so we can breathe easier and stay healthy. It tells factories and cars to not pollute too much.
Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act: This law helps protect sea animals and plants from getting hurt or sick. It also stops people from throwing trash in the ocean.
Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act: This law helps keep wild horses and burros safe from getting hurt or captured. They are special animals that we want to protect.
Endangered Species Act: This law helps protect animals and plants that are rare and might disappear. We want to make sure they stay around for a long time.
Clean Water Act: This law helps make sure the water we drink and swim in is clean and safe. It tells factories and cities to not put dirty things in the water.
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act: This law helps clean up places where there are dangerous chemicals and waste that can hurt people and animals.
Pollution Prevention Act: This law helps make less pollution by telling people and businesses to be careful and not make too much waste.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: This group helps make sure cars and roads are safe so people don't get hurt in accidents.
Environmental Protection Agency: This group helps keep the air, water, and land clean and safe for people, animals, and plants. They also teach people how to take care of the environment.
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