The United States Congress authorizes the Environmental Protection Agency to create technical, operational, and legal regulations. These regulations apply to people, companies, and governments. These regulations are designed to protect the environment. Specific regulations protecting the air, water, toxic substances, and more have been enacted. The Clean Air Act regulates emissions from vehicles and buildings. The Clean Water Act regulates pollutants entering water. The Toxic Substances Control Act places certain restrictions on the disposal of toxic chemicals.
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