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9 Cards in this Set
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Name 7 Federal Environmental Agencies
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Department of Interior Department of Agriculture Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Army Corps of Engineers Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Department of Energy |
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When was the EPA created?
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1970
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How many regions does the EPA have and in which one is New England in?
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10,1
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What are some of the Goals of the EPA?
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- ensure that all Americans are protected form health risks
- there is significant progress towards reducing environmental risk - environmental concerns are considered in U.S policies |
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What are the three parts of the mission of the Department of Interior?
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protect America’s natural resources and heritage,
honor our cultures and tribal communities, and supply the energy to power our future. |
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What does the Department of the Interior do?
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uses sound science to manage and sustain America’s lands, water, wildlife, and energy resources, honors our nation’s responsibilities to tribal nations, and advocates for America’s island communities.
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What is the Congressional Record?
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Official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress
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How often does the Congressional Record index?
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every two weeks
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What is the Federal Register and what does it contain?
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official journal of the federal government of the United States, contains most routine publications and public notices of government agencies.
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