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Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know act

Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know act. EPCRA (1986), A US Federal Law. Function and Issues. The EPCRA concerns emergency planning. It ensures that federal and state governments inform local communities and the public about hazardous wastes in their communities

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Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know act

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  1. Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know act EPCRA (1986), A US Federal Law

  2. Function and Issues • The EPCRA concerns emergency planning. It ensures that federal and state governments inform local communities and the public about hazardous wastes in their communities • Concern emerged after the Love Canal controversy at Niagara Falls, NY, leading to the passing of the EPCRA

  3. Agencies Involved in Enforcement • The act requires that state and local government comply with rules regarding notification and documentation • FEMA and state emergency management oversee state and local governments to ensure compliance • By: Muhammed Nizamani

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