Laws & Regulations
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Addressing Noncompliance
How we monitor compliance and promote a level playing field
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Assisting Regulated Entities
How we assist regulated entities comply with environmental laws
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Engaging State and Tribal Partners
How we work with states and Tribes to assure compliance
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Compliance Assurance Data Tools
How we support states, Tribes, industry, and the public through data tools
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State Review Framework (SRF) - New York Final Reports
Details findings of the New York state review framework
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State Review Framework (SRF) - Virgin Islands Final Reports
Details finds of the Virgin Islands state review framework
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Federal Facility Compliance Under EPA’s National Compliance Initiative to Reduce Significant Noncompliance with CWA NPDES Permits
This advisory is intended to notify federal facilities with NPDES permits about an EPA-State enforcement and compliance initiative focused on improving permit compliance and to help permittees with compliance problems achieve or maintain compliance.
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State Review Framework (SRF) - Rhode Island Final Reports
Details findings of the Rhode Island state review framework
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Memorandum of Agreements Between EPA and States Authorized to Implement the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Program
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Memorandum of Agreement Between the States and the United States Environmental Protection Agency
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How can owner/operators submit demonstrable error claims, how will EPA reflect the demonstrable error claims and their resolution on public websites, and how can owner/operators request EPA review of its decision?
After receiving a notification from EPA of a super-emitter event, owners and operators claiming a demonstrable error in the notification should use the Owner/Operator Response Form (OMB Control No. 2060-0721) and select “Yes” in response to “Do you assert a demonstrable error in the notification?” Owners and operators making such…
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National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) Sorbent Product List
Subpart J of the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) directs EPA to prepare a schedule of dispersants, other chemicals, and oil spill mitigating devices and substances that may be used to remove or control oil discharges.
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Aligning Urban Waters Partnership Efforts with New NGO and Association Partners
This page contains a PDF that outlines the partnership of urban waters with various organization. It discusses visions, goals, guiding principles, etc.
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The Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest (e-Manifest) System
This is the primary hub for those seeking information about the e-Manifest system, its advisory board, and its development. Once the system is complete this area will serve as the portal into the e-Manifest system from EPA webpages.
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Facility Response Planning: Compliance Assistance Guide
This guide was developed in order to help owners and operators of facilities that store or use oil, as well as other interested people, to better understand the Federal Oil Pollution Prevention regulation.
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A Facility Owner/Operator's Guide to Oil Pollution Prevention
A brief guide on Oil Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Rule requirements for facility owners and operators.
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How to Fill Out a Tier I Template
This presentation walks you through how to fill out a Tier I Template using an example Tier I Qualified Facility SPCC Plan.
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SPCC Rule: Train-the-Trainer Package for the Production Sector
This presentation provides information for organizations to hold trainings on the SPCC rule.
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Frequent Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Questions for Farms
Answers to frequent questions farms pose.
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2009 Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Amendments Presentation
Presentations to explain what the 2009 amendments mean for SPCC facilities.
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Fact Sheet: Is My Facility a "Qualified Facility" under the SPCC Rule?
This document explains whether the SPCC rule applies to your facility and how to certify your SPCC Plan.