1. Chirag Tamboli

2. National Institutes of Health (NIH)  The NIH is part of the US Health and Human Services  It is made up of 27 institutes and centers  NIH is the largest source of funding for medical research in the world  This agency is a medical research agency that makes important discoveries that improve health and save lives  They also to use this research to enhance health, lengthen lifespan, and reduce the burdens of illness and disability http://www.nih.gov/about/mission.htm

3. NIH Continued  This is the primary agency that does health and biomedical research The goal of NIH research is to acquire new knowledge to help prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat disease and disabilities They try to find new knowledge that will lead to better health for everyone They try to learn about the nature and behavior of living systems They research cures to various diseases that currently have no cures such as cancer and HIV  They also to use this research to enhance health, lengthen lifespan, and reduce the burdens of illness and disability

4. Land and Water Conservation Act 1965  This was legislation designed to regulate access to land for the use of American citizens for the betterment of their health  The purpose is to assist in preserving, developing and allowing accessibility to outdoor recreation resources  It was established to prevent too much private ownership of land  This act emphases the recreation and the protection of parks and protected forest and wildlife areas for public use http://www.thecre.com/fedlaw/legal3/lwcfact.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_and_Water_Conservation_Fund http://knowledge.sagepub.com/view/environment/n610.xml http://www.nationalaglawcenter.org/assets/crs/RL33531.pdf

6. Forest Service  It is part of the US Department of Agriculture  Manages public lands in national forests and grasslands, as well as forestry research  Roles: Protection and management of natural resources on National Forest System lands Research on all aspects of forestry Community assistance/cooperation with State governments & forest industries to help manage non-Federal forest and watershed lands to improve conditions in rural areas http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gjAwhwtDDw9_AI8zPwhQoY6IeDdGCqCPOBqwDLG- AAjgb6fh75uan6BdnZaY6OiooA1tkqlQ!!/dl3/d3/L2dJQSEvUUt3QS9ZQnZ3LzZfMjAwMDAwMDBBODBPSEhWTjJNMDAwMDAwMDA!/?navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&ci d=fsmrs_100573&navid=140000000000000&pnavid=null&ss=119995&position=Welcome.Html&ttype=detail&pname=Forest%20Service%20- %20Educator%20Toolbox

7. National Resources Conservation Service  The mission is to improve, protect, and conserve natural resources on private lands through a cooperative partnership with state agencies  They focus on ensuring that private lands are conserved, restored, and more resistant to environmental challenges like climate change.  They give assistance to landowners that is designed to benefit the soil, water, air, plants, and animals that result in productive lands and healthy ecosystems http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/about

8. National Marine Fisheries  This agency is responsible for the nation's living marine resources and their habitat  They are tasked with the management, conservation, and protection of living marine resources within the US Exclusive Economic Zone (water three to 200 mile offshore).  They Assess and predict the status of fish stocks Ensure compliance with fisheries regulations Work to reduce wasteful fishing practices Recover protected marine species  They also work with communities on fishery management issues, how to create sustainable fisheries, and to prevent lost economic potential from overfishing or habitat degradation http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/aboutus/aboutus.html

9. National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)  This agency is focused on the conditions of the atmosphere and ocean  It observes and manages the Earth’s systems  Understanding the Earth’s systems through research Understanding of climate, weather, oceans, ecosystems, human activities, and their relationships Understanding of the processes that govern the ocean Assessment of ecologically and economically important coastal and oceanic regions Research on ecosystem impacts, processes, and dynamics  Predicts changes in the Earth's environment  Provides data and forecasts for weather and water events  Advises and informs the public with important information http://www.ppi.noaa.gov/enterprise-objectives/

10. Civilian Radioactive Waste Management  The purpose of this agency is to timely dispose the nation's nuclear waste and spent nuclear fuel in the proper place. They dispose of it in a way that: Protects the health and safety of the public and the workers Maintains the quality of the environment surrounding the disposal.  They create man-made underground storage facilities that comply with regulations  They oversee research and testing intended to ensure the safety, performance and efficiency of these sites http://healthfinder.gov/orgs/HR2766.htm http://www.allgov.com/departments/department-of-energy/office-of-civilian- radioactive-waste-management?agencyid=7408

11. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy  This agency accelerates development and deployment of energy efficiency/ renewable energy technologies.  They try to strengthen U.S. energy security, environmental quality, and economic vitality  They research new forms of energy and increase their adoption by American consumers, industry, and governments  They develop new forms of energy to reduce dependence on foreign oil http://www1.eere.energy.gov/office_eere/

12. Environmental Management  The mission of this office is to complete the safe cleanup of five decades of nuclear weapons development and government-sponsored nuclear energy research They are concerned with the: Construction and operation of facilities to treat radioactive liquid tank waste Transportation and the disposing of low-level wastes in a safe way to reduce risk Decontamination and the decommission of outdated facilities Isolation and cleanup of soil or water that is contaminated with hazardous waste or radioactive material http://www.em.doe.gov/Pages/Mission.aspx

13. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission  The role of this agency is to regulate the interstate transmission and sales of natural gas, oil, hydroelectric power and electricity  This agency inspects private, municipal, and state hydroelectric projects, pipelines, storage area, and other facilities  It also maintains the reliability of high voltage transmission systems and enforces regulations and requirements http://www.ferc.gov/about/ferc-does.asp http://www.ferc.gov/about/overview.asp

14. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry  The mission of this agency is to promote healthy and safe environments and to prevent harmful exposures to toxic substances  Protect the public from environmental hazards and toxic exposures This agency investigates and prevents health effects related to human exposures to environmental hazards They respond to natural and man-made disasters and emergencies  Research They collect, analyze, and summarize data on environmental exposures and health They develop and implement environmental public health programs  They also educate communities and policy makers about environmental health risks and protective measures http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/about/mission_vision_goals.html

15. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)  The goal of the CDC is to control and prevent the spread of diseases, and to protect public health and safety by providing information to enhance health decisions  They monitor health, detect and investigate health problems, and develop and advocate sound public health policies.  They conduct research to improve prevention of diseases and to promote healthy behavior  They also prepare for new health threats that may threaten survival and population http://www.cdc.gov/about/organization/mission.htm

16. National Institutes of Health (NIH)  This agency is a medical research agency that makes important discoveries that improve health and save lives  This is the primary agency that does health and biomedical research The goal of NIH research is to acquire new knowledge to help prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat disease and disabilities They try to find new knowledge that will lead to better health for everyone They try to learn about the nature and behavior of living systems They research cures to various diseases that currently have no cures such as cancer and HIV  They also to use this research to enhance health, lengthen lifespan, and reduce the burdens of illness and disability http://www.nih.gov/about/mission.htm

17. Environmental Measurements Laboratory  This agency is now the Science and Technology Directorate in the US Department of Homeland Security  They test, evaluate, and analyze homeland security capabilities and strengthen America’s security and resiliency by providing knowledge products  They also evaluate new and old technologies and systems http://www.dhs.gov/science-technology-directorate-mission-goals-and- objectives http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_Measurements_Laboratory

18. Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control  This agency was established to eliminate lead- based paint hazards in homes  They also address other hazards that threaten home residents such as asbestos  They provide funds to state and local governments to develop cost-effective ways to reduce lead- based paint hazards  Another role of this agency is to enforce standards of the Department of Housing and Urban Development for lead based paints  They may also conduct studies and research on lead based paints http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/progra m_offices/healthy_homes

19. Bureau of Land Management (BLM)  The mission of this agency is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation's public lands  They also regulate activities such as hunting, fishing, boating and shooting  They collect geographic information, maintain records of land ownership, and protect cultural lands  This agency may also develop certain areas for renewable energy production, coal mining, oil extraction, or offshore drilling http://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/energy.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bureau_of_Land_Manag ement

20. Fish and Wildlife Service  The role of this agency is to work with other agencies to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats They enforce federal wildlife laws They protect endangered species They may help manage the populations of migratory bird They try to protect disappearing wild habitats such as wetlands and swamps  Another role of this agency is to help educate the public about fish and wildlife concerns http://www.fws.gov/help/about_us.html

21. Geological Survey (USGS)  This agency is mainly a scientific organization that provides information on the health of our ecosystems and environment They provide information about hazards, natural resources, and the impacts of climate change  They try to describe and understand the Earth and its systems  They also manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources http://www.usgs.gov/aboutusgs/

22. Mineral Management Service  Now the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement  This agency managed the nation's natural gas, oil, and other mineral resources on the outer continental shelf http://www.boem.gov/About-BOEM/index.aspx

23. National Park Service  The role of this agency is to maintain, preserve, and manage all national parks and national monuments They also administer: ○ National Heritage Areas ○ National Wild and Scenic Rivers ○ National Historic Landmarks ○ National Trails  They also conserve the historical objects and wildlife in the national parks http://www.nps.gov/aboutus/index.htm

24. Office of Surface Mining, Reclamation, and Enforcement  This agency attempts to protect society and the environment from the harmful effects of surface coal mining operations  They also try to balance the nation’s need for continued domestic coal production and the protection of the environment  They directly enforced mining laws and arranged cleanups, but now state governments do that  They try to advance research about reclaiming mined lands and environmental protection They promoted planting trees They also established wildlife habitat refuges http://www.osmre.gov/aboutus/Aboutus.shtm

25. Mine Safety and Health Administration  The goal of this agency is to prevent death, disease, and injury from mining and mine operation  They also promote safe, healthy workplaces  They regulate and enforce mining standards laws, health standards, and safety standards They do this to: ○ Reduce accidents ○ Reduce the severity of accidents ○ Minimize health hazards http://www.msha.gov/AboutMSHA.htm http://www.msha.gov/faq/faqhome.htm

26. Environmental Protection Agency  This agency’s mission is to protect human health and also the environment  They try to protect humans from risks to human health and the environment where they live and work  They create and enforce regulations about issues of the environment They also maintain national standards  They often consult states, tribe, and local governments to create laws  They want to: Take action on climate change Improve air quality Protect waters Cleanup communities http://blog.epa.gov/administrator/2010/01/12/seven-priorities-for-epas- future/ http://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/

27. Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission  This agency reviews and inspects mines  It also reviews and decides cases under the Mine Act These cases may involve questions, challenges by operators to citations, orders, and penalties that they have received from the Mine Safety and Health Administration http://www.fmshrc.gov/fmshrc.html

28. Green: Land Light Blue: Air Dark Blue: Water Red: Biodiversity/ life Gold: Energy Purple: Waste/Waste Disposal Magenta: Human Related

29. National Park Service Act 1916  This law established the National Park Service  It was formed because there was lack of guidelines about managing U.S. national parks  The National Park Service is responsible for protecting the 35 national parks and monuments and those yet to be established http://www.nps.gov/aboutus/history.htm

30. Soil Conservation Act 1935  This Act forces every landholder to take correct measures to prevent soil loss and soil deterioration or to mitigate the soil loss wherever it has occurred  It also allowed the government to tell farmers to conserve soil at the expense of agricultural yield  It also established the Soil Conservation Service http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/acts6138 http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0410/36362.html

31. Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, Rodenticide Act 1947  It established procedures for registering pesticides with the US Department of Agriculture  This act also regulates pesticide sale, use, and distribution The EPA must regulate pesticides to protect human health and preserve the environment  It also forced companies to provide proper labels http://www.epa.gov/oecaagct/lfra.html http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/fifra.html

32. Clean Air Act 1955  This was the first federal legislation involving air pollution.  It gave the government funds for federal research in air pollution  It told the public that air pollution was dangerous to human and environmental health  This act does not have anything about controlling air pollution yet http://epa.gov/air/caa/caa_history.html

33. Fish and Wildlife Act 1956  This act created the US Fish and Wildlife Service  It directed a program of research on fish and wildlife matters  It established a policy with importance on the fishing industry but also less importance on fishing for pleasure http://www.digitalvaults.org/record/1074.html http://www.animallaw.info/statutes/stusfd16usc742a_ 742j.htm

34. Price-Anderson Act 1957  This act limits the liability of the nuclear industry if there is a nuclear accident in the United States  This act ensured that there were large funds available for damages for the nuclear industry if an accident ever happened This included power generating reactors, test reactors, and research reactors  This act was temporary, but is now permanent http://www.eoearth.org/article/Price-Anderson_Act_of_1957,_United_States

35. Wilderness Act 1964  This act clearly defined “wilderness”  It protected 9 million acres of federal land Created a way for Congress to protect lands by labeling them as protected wilderness  This act created the National Wilderness Preservation System It protects about 110 million acres of wilderness areas throughout the nation. The reserved lands are for public use and enjoyment http://wilderness.org/article/wilderness- act

36. Water Resources Planning Act 1965  It was set up to establish agencies that would overlook the creation and protection of water resources and locations.  It established the Water Resources Council The Council studied and assessed the water supplies  The River Basin Commission was established for the development of water in a specific area  In 1981, funding to the Water Resources Council and to the River Basin Commission was terminated because of poor results http://www.ehow.com/about_6617179_water-resources- planning-act.html

37. Water Quality Act 1965  It required states to establish and enforce water quality standards for interstate waterways States were to create their own standards and submit it to the Secretary of the Interior The standards had to improve the quality of interstate waters for use as public water supplies, fish and wildlife, recreation, agriculture, and industry http://hanneby.com/2011/08/what-is-water-quality-act-1965-us/

38. Land and Water Conservation Act 1965  This was legislation designed to regulate access to land for the use of American citizens for the betterment of their health  The purpose is to assist in preserving, developing and allowing accessibility to outdoor recreation resources  It was established to prevent too much private ownership of land  This act emphases the recreation and the protection of parks and protected forest and wildlife areas for public use http://www.thecre.com/fedlaw/legal3/lwcfact.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_and_Water_Conservation_Fund http://knowledge.sagepub.com/view/environment/n610.xml http://www.nationalaglawcenter.org/assets/crs/RL33531.pdf

39. Species Conservation Act 1966  This act was passed in an attempt to prevent the further endangerment or extinction of animal species in the US It also the government to help endangered animal populations to grow. These animals were to be protected whenever possible This act also differentiated between endangered and threatened animals Endangered species were given protection under the law http://library.thinkquest.org/26026/Politics/endangered_specie s_act.html

40. Freedom of Information Act 1966  This act is a federal law that usually provides that any person has a right to get access to federal agency records  All federal agencies are required to make requested records available This is not true if the records are protected from release by one of nine Freedom of Information Act exemptions  This act only applies to federal agencies http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/foia.html

41. National Trails System Act 1968  This act established national trails system These trails were established to provide additional outdoor recreation and to promote the preservation of access to the outdoor and historic areas of the United States National Scenic Trails ○ Provide outdoor recreation and enjoyment of scenic, historic, natural, or cultural qualities National Historic Trails ○ Travel routes of national historic significance http://www.americantrails.org/resources/feds /NatTrSysOverview.html

42. National Environmental Policy Act 1969  This law establishes a framework for protecting our environment  All the branches of government have to give proper consideration to the environment before making any action that will affect the environment  Environmental consideration is given when airports, buildings, military complexes, highways, parkland purchases, and other federal actions are planned http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/ nepa.html

43. Marine Mammal Protection Act 1972  This act forbids the killing, hunting, capture, or disturbance of any marine mammal in United States Waters, except for the exceptions All marine mammals are protected under this act It also forbids the feeding, nursing, breeding, and sheltering of marine mammals http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/laws/mmpa/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_Mammal_Protecti on_Act_of_1972

44. Endangered Species Act 1973  The purpose of this act was start the conservation of species that are endangered to threatened Endangered: species is in danger of extinction Threatened: the species is likely to become an endangered species in the immediate future  1,990 species are listed under this act  National Marine Fisheries and the US fish and wildlife service are responsible for administering this act http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/laws/esa/

45. Renewable Resources Planning Act 1974  This act forces the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct an evaluation of the Nation's renewable resources every 10 years  This evaluation included: Analysis of the potential effects of climate change on renewable resources A discussion of laws and regulations A description of Forest Service programs and responsibilities An analysis of supply and demand of renewable resources http://nrs.fs.fed.us/fia/topics/rpa/

46. Safe Drinking Water Act 1974  The reason behind this act is to protect the quality of drinking water in the U.S  It authorizes the EPA to set standards for drinking water quality It requires all owners or operators of public water systems to comply with these standards This act also establishes standards for underground water sources http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/sdwa.ht ml

47. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species 1975  The goal of this convention is to ensure that international trade of wild animals and plants does not threaten the survival of the species in the wild  Participation in this convention is not mandatory  All imports and exports of species covered by the Convention has to be approved through a permitting system http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CITES http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/wildlife-trade/publications/factsheets/cites.html

48. Federal Land Policy and Management Act 1976  This act governs the way in which the public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management are managed  It focuses on the management, protection, development, and enhancement of the lands The purpose is to balance land conservation with land use and land development http://rlch.org/content/ federal-land-policy-and- management-act

49. Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act 1976  The act approves long-term planning by the United States Forest Service to ensure the future supply of forest resources while maintaining a quality environment It requires and assessment and a US Forest Service plan  Amendment to Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forest_and_Rangeland_Renewable_ Resources_Planning_Act_of_1974

50. National Forest Management Act 1976  The purpose of this law is to protect the biodiversity of forests It allows for public involvement in forest planning and management  This act allows land development and logging but also allows for conservation and protection  Wood cannot be harvested where it is likely to negatively affect soil or water quality http://www.blackwarriorriver.org/national-forest-management-act.html

51. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act 1976  This act gives the Environmental Protection Agency the power to control dangerous waste disposal. Disposal includes ○ Transportation to disposal site ○ Treatment of waste ○ Proper storage of the waste ○ Proper disposal of the waste  This also established disposal standards  It set goals for protecting human health and the environment from the hazards of waste disposal and ensuring waste disposal in an environmentally friendly way http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/rcra.html http://www.epa.gov/agriculture/lrca.html

52. Soil and Water Conservation Act 1977  This act gives the US Department of Agriculture strategic assessment and planning authority for the conservation, protection, and enhancement of soil, water, and similar natural resources  This act gives power to: Evaluate the status and trends of soil/ water Evaluate current and needed programs, and policies Create a national soil and water conservation program http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/technical/ nra/rca

53. Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act 1977  This act gives the government the power to regulate mining activity It allows the rehabilitation and reclamation of abandoned mines It also sought to protect society and the environment from the negative effects of mining coal http://www.eoearth.org/article/Surface_Mining_Control_and_Reclamation_Act_of_1977,_United_States

54. Arctic Conservation Act 1978  The act tried to enforce a set of new rules relating to drilling and wildlife in Antarctica  It establishes Antarctica as an international reserve for the conduct of science, education, and human experience  This act applies to all U.S. citizens, U.S. corporations, and people who participate in U.S. government expeditions in Antarctica, http://quest.arc.nasa.gov/antarctica/background/NSF/acasum. html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antarctic_Conservation_Act

55. Energy Tax Act 1978  The purpose of this act is to shift from petroleum and oil to energy conservation, renewable energy, and energy efficiency  This act gave income tax credits to those who use alternative forms of energy  This act also taxed people who used cars below twenty three miles per gallon mileage http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_Tax_Act

56. Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act 1980  “Superfund”  This law created a tax on the chemical/ petroleum industries and provided federal authority to respond directly to releases of harmful materials that may threaten public health or that of the environment  It: Established requirements concerning abandoned hazardous waste sites Created a trust fund to provide for cleanup when no responsible party could be identified http://www.epa.gov/superfund/policy/cercla.htm

57. Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act 1980  This act says that fish and wildlife are of ecological, educational, cultural, recreational, economic, and scientific value to the US  This act promotes the conservation of non- game fish, wildlife, and their habitats http://el.erdc.usace.army.mil/emrrp/emris/emrish elp5/fish_and_wildlife_conservation_act_legal_ma tters.htm

58. Low Level Radioactive Policy Act 1980  This act gave each US state the responsibility of developing a method of disposing of their own radioactive waste Low Level radioactive waste can consist of gloves, goggle, and radioactive material with relatively short half-lives http://www.eoearth.org/article/Low- Level_Radioactive_Waste_Policy_Act_of_1980,_United_States http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Low-level_radioactive_waste_policy_of_the_United_States

59. Nuclear Waste Policy Act 1982  The purpose of this act was to use deep, underground geologic repositories for the safe storage and disposal of radioactive waste Yucca Mountain was the first geologic repository  This act created procedures and timetables for site selection  The Department of Energy must build and operate the repository for spent fuel or waste  It also allowed the EPA to set standards for the containment of the waste http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/nwpa.h tml

60. International Environmental Protection Act 1983  This act allows the President to assist countries in protecting and maintaining wildlife habitat  It also allows the president to develop, maintain, and enforce: Sound wildlife management and plant conservation programs Wildlife sanctuaries, reserves, and parks Anti-poaching measures http://wildlifelawnews.com/fedbook/intepa.html

61. Food Security Act 1985  This act is designed to discourage the conversion of wetlands into non-wetland areas for farmers It also set pesticide limits in food All active and inactive ingredients must be screened for estrogenic/endocrine effects http://www.thecre.com/fedlaw/legal14coast/food_security_act_of_1985_legal_matte rs.htm http://apenvirotuttle.wikispaces.com/EnvironmentalLaws

62. Emergency Wetlands Resources Act 1986  This act approved the purchase of wetlands from Land and Water Conservation Fund money  The secretary must establish a National Wetlands Priority Conservation Plan and must report to Congress about wetland loss  States are required to include wetlands in their Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plans http://www.fws.gov/laws/lawsdigest/EMWET.HTML

63. Montreal Protocol 1987  The Montreal Protocol is an international agreement to cut the emissions of CFCs (and other materials) that damage the ozone layer  It allowed for the phasing out of the production of substances believed to be responsible for ozone depletion CFC’s Aerosols Hydrochlorofluorocarbons Hydrofluorocarbons  The protocol has undergone seven revisions http://ozone.unep.org/new_site/en/montreal_protocol.php http://apenvirotuttle.wikispaces.com/EnvironmentalLaws http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montreal_Protocol

64. Ocean Dumping Ban Act 1988  This act made it unlawful for any person to dump or transport for the purpose of dumping sewage sludge or industrial waste into ocean waters. This is limited to ocean waters within a certain distance of the US coast http://www.epa.gov/history/topics/mprsa/02.html http://apenvirotuttle.wikispaces.com/EnvironmentalLaws

65. Madrid Protocol 1989  It designates Antarctica as a natural reserve  It establishes environmental principles for the conduct of all activities and prohibits mining  Provides for the establishment of a Committee for Environmental Protection  It requires the development of plans to respond to environmental emergencies  It also provides for the expansion of rules relating to liability for any environmental damage. http://www.antarctica.gov.au/antarctic-law-and-treaty/the-madrid-protocol http://apenvirotuttle.wikispaces.com/EnvironmentalLaws

66. Lacey Act 1990  This act makes it unlawful for any person to import, export, transport, sell, receive, acquire, or purchase any fish, wildlife, and plants taken, possessed, transported, or sold in violation of any law, treaty, or regulation of the United States http://www.animallaw.info/statutes/stusfd16usca3371.htm

67. Environmental Education Act 1990  This act established the office of environmental education within the EPA to develop and administer a federal environmental education program The office is required to develop and support environmental programs in collaboration with other federal natural resource management agencies http://www.fws.gov/laws/lawsdigest/ENVEDUC.HTML

68. Pollution Prevention Act 1990  This act is designed to focus industry, government, and public attention on reducing the amount of pollution Changes in production, material choice, and operation can reduce pollution http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/ppa.html

69. California Desert Protection Act 1994  This act designated certain lands in the California Desert as wilderness, to establish Death Valley, Joshua Tree, and Mojave National Parks, and for other purposes. Designated 69 wilderness areas as additions to the National Wilderness Preservation System within the California Desert Conservation Area http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/103/s21 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_Desert_Protection_Act_of _1994

70. Food Quality Protection Act 1996  This act amended the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Food Drug, and Cosmetic Act The EPA completely changed the way it regulated pesticides New stricter standards were imposed There was a complete reassessment of pesticide tolerance values Mandated a health-based standard for pesticides used in foods http://www.epa.gov/opp00001/regulating/laws/fqpa/

71. Kyoto Protocol 1997  The Kyoto Protocol set binding obligations on the member industrialized countries to reduce their emissions of greenhouse gases  191 countries have signed and ratified it; US has not signed it The countries have committed themselves to reduce emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide  Requires the participating 38 developed countries to cut their greenhouse gas emissions back to 5% below 1990 levels http://unfccc.int/kyoto_protocol/items/2830.php http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyoto_Protocol http://apenvirotuttle.wikispaces.com/EnvironmentalLaws