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Enforcement

Enforcement

Air Enforcement

Learn about EPA enforcement actions that reduce air pollution from sources ranging from power plants to vehicle engines.

Waste Enforcement

Read about how we safeguard communities by reducing waste and chemical risks, and by cleaning up contaminated sites.

Water Enforcement

Find out how we protect America's waters by enforcing the Clean Water and Safe Drinking Water Acts.

Criminal Enforcement

Learn how we fight crime by investigating deliberate violations of environmental laws.

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Enforcement in Your Community

Find concluded enforcement cases on the 2019 annual results map.

enforcement annual results cases map navigation link

Map highlights Superfund sites where cleanup work is ongoing through EPA's enforcement program.

Superfund Enforcement Cleanup Work Map
Report an environmental violation

Report possible violations of environmental laws and regulations.

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