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Clean Water Act

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Legislation Overview

Legislation name
Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972
Applicable to
United States
Purpose
Restore and maintain integrity of waters, prevent, reduce, eliminate pollution.
Scope
All navigable waters in the U.S.
Key requirements
Eliminate pollutant discharge, interim goals, financial aid for treatment.
Penalties
Fines and penalties for non-compliance
EXEMPTIONS
Detailed in specific provisions
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EPA website