Regulations last checked for updates: May 18, 2024

Title 40 - Protection of Environment last revised: May 16, 2024
§ 310.1 - What is the purpose of this part?

This part sets up procedures for EPA to reimburse local governments for certain emergency response costs. Local governments may receive up to $25,000 to help lighten financial burdens related to emergency response to hazardous substance releases. This reimbursement does NOT replace funding that local governments normally provide for emergency response.

authority: 42 U.S.C. 9611(c)(11), 9623
source: 63 FR 8286, Feb. 18, 1998, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 40 CFR 310.1