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Lead

What costs does EPA incur that must be recovered by the fees under the Fee Rule for Abatement and RRP Programs?

Answer: The fees recover EPA's costs for processing applications, enforcing program requirements, and administrative activities such as maintenance of the central database and administering certification examinations.

Question Number: 23002-33303

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