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The Environmental Protection Agency Needs Congressional Guidance and Support To Guard the Public in a Period of Radiation Proliferation

CED-78-27 Published: Jan 20, 1978. Publicly Released: Jan 20, 1978.
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In 1970, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was given unclear authority to protect the American people and their environment from radiation hazards. EPA officials agree that the agency currently is unable to provide complete protection under its ambiguous authorities and that clarification by Congress is needed.

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Environmental policiesHealth hazardsRadiation accidentsRadiation exposure hazardsRadiation safetyRadioactive pollutionEnvironmental protectionRadiation protectionNuclear energyRadiation hazards