EPA Could Benefit From Comprehensive Management Information on Superfund Enforcement Actions
RCED-85-3
Published: Dec 28, 1984. Publicly Released: Dec 28, 1984.
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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the extent of management information available to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in carrying out its enforcement responsibilities under the Superfund program.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Protection Agency | In view of the growing enforcement work load, the Administrator, EPA, should assess the feasibility of developing and maintaining a comprehensive Superfund enforcement management information system and, if cost-effective, implement such a system. In making this assessment, the Administrator should consider the needs of EPA program managers and Congress. |
Closed – Implemented
EPA has developed a Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Information System (CERCLIS). Though quality assurance efforts on CERCLIS are continuing, EPA hopes this system will satisfy all internal and external users' needs for Superfund enforcement information. GAO will monitor the adequacy of the CERCLIS system in future Superfund-related work.
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