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Office of Inspector General

Report: Progress Made in Monitoring Ambient Air Toxics, But Further Improvements Can Increase Effectiveness

Report #2005-P-00008March 2, 2005

What Was Found

The CAA does not require a national air toxics monitoring network, but EPA and State and local agencies have recognized such a network is needed.

Report Materials

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