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Executive Order 12580

Superfund Implementation

Ordered by Reagan on January 23, 1987

Summary

Delegates presidential authority for hazardous substance response and cleanup among federal agencies. Establishes National and Regional Response Teams led by EPA and Coast Guard. Assigns responsibilities for natural resource trustees, enforcement, litigation, and budgeting. Clarifies roles and interagency coordination for environmental emergencies and management of Superfund resources.

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