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1. a. Critically compare and contrast the policy approaches of TSCA ( Toxic Substances Control Act) and FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide).

b. In your view, which of these is more effective in preventing pollution?

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The policy approaches of TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) and FIFRA (Federal Insecticide) are compared.

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1. a. Critically compare and contrast the policy approaches of TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) and FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide).

TSCA authorizes EPA to secure information on all new and existing chemical substances, as well as to control any of the substances that are determined to cause unreasonable risk to public health or the environment. There are some provisions of TSCA which are self-implementing and no regulations are needed. These regulations allow EPA to deal with complex issues in greater detail ...

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