APES Laws for Exam

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What is the Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA)?

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A U.S. law that establishes cradle-to-grave tracking of hazardous waste, ensuring proper management from generation to disposal.

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What does the Endangered Species Act (ESA) require?

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It requires a recovery plan for increasing endangered populations to protect and restore species at risk of extinction.

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What is the Clean Water Act (CWA)?

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A law that regulates discharges of pollutants into navigable waters and requires permits for such discharges, including steps for sewage treatment.

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What is CERCLA, also known as Superfund?

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A law that holds individuals or companies responsible for the cleanup of hazardous waste sites they have contaminated.

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What does the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) establish?

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It establishes minimum safety standards for community water supplies to protect public health.

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What is the purpose of the Clean Air Act?

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To regulate air emissions from stationary and mobile sources to protect public health and the environment.

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What is CITES?

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The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, an international agreement to ensure that trade does not threaten the survival of species.

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What is the Lacey Act?

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A U.S. law that prohibits trade in wildlife, fish, and plants that have been illegally taken, possessed, transported, or sold.

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What is the Oil Pollution Act?

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A law that aims to prevent and respond to oil spills, requiring oil storage facilities and vessels to prepare response plans.

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What is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)?

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A law that requires federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of their proposed actions before making decisions.