| 40:1.0.1.1.1 | PART 1 
 | PART 1 - STATEMENT OF ORGANIZATION AND GENERAL INFORMATION |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - Introduction |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.1.1.1 | SECTION 1.1 
 | 1.1 Creation and authority. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.1.1.2 | SECTION 1.3 
 | 1.3 Purpose and functions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.1.1.3 | SECTION 1.5 
 | 1.5 Organization and general information. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.1.1.4 | SECTION 1.7 
 | 1.7 Location of principal offices. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Headquarters |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.1 | SECTION 1.21 
 | 1.21 General. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.2 | SECTION 1.23 
 | 1.23 Office of the Administrator. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.3 | SECTION 1.25 
 | 1.25 Staff offices. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.4 | SECTION 1.27 
 | 1.27 Offices of the Associate Administrators. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.5 | SECTION 1.29 
 | 1.29 Office of Inspector General. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.6 | SECTION 1.31 
 | 1.31 Office of General Counsel. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.7 | SECTION 1.33 
 | 1.33 Office of Administration and Resources Management. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.8 | SECTION 1.35 
 | 1.35 Office of Enforcement and Compliance Monitoring. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.9 | SECTION 1.37 
 | 1.37 Office of External Affairs. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.10 | SECTION 1.39 
 | 1.39 Office of Policy, Planning and Evaluation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.11 | SECTION 1.41 
 | 1.41 Office of Air and Radiation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.12 | SECTION 1.43 
 | 1.43 Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.13 | SECTION 1.45 
 | 1.45 Office of Research and Development. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.14 | SECTION 1.47 
 | 1.47 Office of Land and Emergency Management. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.2.1.15 | SECTION 1.49 
 | 1.49 Office of Water. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Field Installations |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.1.3.1.1 | SECTION 1.61 
 | 1.61 Regional Offices. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2 | PART 2 
 | PART 2 - PUBLIC INFORMATION |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - Procedures for Disclosure of Records Under the Freedom of Information Act |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.1 | SECTION 2.100 
 | 2.100 General provisions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.2 | SECTION 2.101 
 | 2.101 Where to file requests for records. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.3 | SECTION 2.102 
 | 2.102 Procedures for making requests. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.4 | SECTION 2.103 
 | 2.103 Responsibility for responding to requests. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.5 | SECTION 2.104 
 | 2.104 Responses to requests and appeals. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.6 | SECTION 2.105 
 | 2.105 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.7 | SECTION 2.106 
 | 2.106 Preservation of records. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.8 | SECTION 2.107 
 | 2.107 Fees. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.1.1.9 | SECTION 2.108 
 | 2.108 Other rights and services. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Confidentiality of Business Information |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.1 | SECTION 2.201 
 | 2.201 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.2 | SECTION 2.202 
 | 2.202 Applicability of subpart; priority where provisions conflict; records containing more than one kind of information. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.3 | SECTION 2.203 
 | 2.203 Notice to be included in EPA requests, demands, and forms; method of asserting business confidentiality claim; effect of failure to assert claim at time of submission. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.4 | SECTION 2.204 
 | 2.204 Initial action by EPA office. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.5 | SECTION 2.205 
 | 2.205 Final confidentiality determination by EPA legal office. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.6 | SECTION 2.206 
 | 2.206 Advance confidentiality determinations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.7 | SECTION 2.207 
 | 2.207 Class determinations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.8 | SECTION 2.208 
 | 2.208 Substantive criteria for use in confidentiality determinations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.9 | SECTION 2.209 
 | 2.209 Disclosure in special circumstances. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.10 | SECTION 2.210 
 | 2.210 Nondisclosure for reasons other than business confidentiality or where disclosure is prohibited by other statute. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.11 | SECTION 2.211 
 | 2.211 Safeguarding of business information; penalty for wrongful disclosure. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.12 | SECTION 2.212 
 | 2.212 Establishment of control offices for categories of business information. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.13 | SECTION 2.213 
 | 2.213 Designation by business of addressee for notices and inquiries. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.14 | SECTION 2.214 
 | 2.214 Defense of Freedom of Information Act suits; participation by affected business. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.15 | SECTION 2.215 
 | 2.215 Confidentiality agreements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.16 | SECTION 2.216-2.300 
 | 2.216-2.300 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.17 | SECTION 2.301 
 | 2.301 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Clean Air Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.18 | SECTION 2.302 
 | 2.302 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Clean Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.19 | SECTION 2.303 
 | 2.303 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Noise Control Act of 1972. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.20 | SECTION 2.304 
 | 2.304 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Safe Drinking Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.21 | SECTION 2.305 
 | 2.305 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.22 | SECTION 2.306 
 | 2.306 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Toxic Substances Control Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.23 | SECTION 2.307 
 | 2.307 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.24 | SECTION 2.308 
 | 2.308 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.25 | SECTION 2.309 
 | 2.309 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act of 1972. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.26 | SECTION 2.310 
 | 2.310 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980, as amended. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.2.1.27 | SECTION 2.311 
 | 2.311 Special rules governing certain information obtained under the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Testimony by Employees and Production of Documents in Civil Legal Proceedings Where the United States Is Not a Party |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.3.1.1 | SECTION 2.401 
 | 2.401 Scope and purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.3.1.2 | SECTION 2.402 
 | 2.402 Policy on presentation of testimony and production of documents. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.3.1.3 | SECTION 2.403 
 | 2.403 Procedures when voluntary testimony is requested. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.3.1.4 | SECTION 2.404 
 | 2.404 Procedures when an employee is subpoenaed. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.3.1.5 | SECTION 2.405 
 | 2.405 Subpoenas duces tecum. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.3.1.6 | SECTION 2.406 
 | 2.406 Requests for authenticated copies of EPA documents. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Guidance Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4.1.1 | SECTION 2.501 
 | 2.501 General. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4.1.2 | SECTION 2.502 
 | 2.502 Scope. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4.1.3 | SECTION 2.503 
 | 2.503 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4.1.4 | SECTION 2.504 
 | 2.504 Public access to active guidance documents. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4.1.5 | SECTION 2.505 
 | 2.505 Guidance document general requirements and procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4.1.6 | SECTION 2.506 
 | 2.506 Significant guidance document requirements and procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.2.4.1.7 | SECTION 2.507 
 | 2.507 Procedures for the public to petition for modification, withdrawal, or reinstatement. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3 | PART 3 
 | PART 3 - CROSS-MEDIA ELECTRONIC REPORTING |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General Provisions |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.1.1.1 | SECTION 3.1 
 | 3.1 Who does this part apply to |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.1.1.2 | SECTION 3.2 
 | 3.2 How does this part provide for electronic reporting |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.1.1.3 | SECTION 3.3 
 | 3.3 What definitions are applicable to this part |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.1.1.4 | SECTION 3.4 
 | 3.4 How does this part affect enforcement and compliance provisions of Title 40 |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Electronic Reporting to EPA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.2.1.1 | SECTION 3.10 
 | 3.10 What are the requirements for electronic reporting to EPA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.2.1.2 | SECTION 3.20 
 | 3.20 How will EPA provide notice of changes to the Central Data Exchange |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Electronic Reporting Under EPA-Authorized State, Tribe, and Local Programs |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.4.1.1 | SECTION 3.1000 
 | 3.1000 How does a state, tribe, or local government revise or modify its authorized program to allow electronic reporting |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.4.1.2 | SECTION 3.2000 
 | 3.2000 What are the requirements authorized state, tribe, and local programs' reporting systems must meet |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.3.4.1.3.1 | APPENDIX 
 | Appendix 1 to Part 3 - Priority Reports |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.4 | PART 4 
 | PART 4 - UNIFORM RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AND REAL PROPERTY ACQUISITION FOR FEDERAL AND FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.4.0.1.1 | SECTION 4.1 
 | 4.1 Uniform relocation assistance and real property acquisition. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5 | PART 5 
 | PART 5 - NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX IN EDUCATION PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - Introduction |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.1 | SECTION 5.100 
 | 5.100 Purpose and effective date. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.2 | SECTION 5.105 
 | 5.105 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.3 | SECTION 5.110 
 | 5.110 Remedial and affirmative action and self-evaluation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.4 | SECTION 5.115 
 | 5.115 Assurance required. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.5 | SECTION 5.120 
 | 5.120 Transfers of property. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.6 | SECTION 5.125 
 | 5.125 Effect of other requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.7 | SECTION 5.130 
 | 5.130 Effect of employment opportunities. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.8 | SECTION 5.135 
 | 5.135 Designation of responsible employee and adoption of grievance procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.1.1.9 | SECTION 5.140 
 | 5.140 Dissemination of policy. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Coverage |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.1 | SECTION 5.200 
 | 5.200 Application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.2 | SECTION 5.205 
 | 5.205 Educational institutions and other entities controlled by religious organizations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.3 | SECTION 5.210 
 | 5.210 Military and merchant marine educational institutions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.4 | SECTION 5.215 
 | 5.215 Membership practices of certain organizations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.5 | SECTION 5.220 
 | 5.220 Admissions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.6 | SECTION 5.225 
 | 5.225 Educational institutions eligible to submit transition plans. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.7 | SECTION 5.230 
 | 5.230 Transition plans. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.2.1.8 | SECTION 5.235 
 | 5.235 Statutory amendments. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Discrimination on the Basis of Sex in Admission and Recruitment Prohibited |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.3.1.1 | SECTION 5.300 
 | 5.300 Admission. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.3.1.2 | SECTION 5.305 
 | 5.305 Preference in admission. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.3.1.3 | SECTION 5.310 
 | 5.310 Recruitment. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Discrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities Prohibited |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.1 | SECTION 5.400 
 | 5.400 Education programs or activities. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.2 | SECTION 5.405 
 | 5.405 Housing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.3 | SECTION 5.410 
 | 5.410 Comparable facilities. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.4 | SECTION 5.415 
 | 5.415 Access to course offerings. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.5 | SECTION 5.420 
 | 5.420 Access to schools operated by LEAs. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.6 | SECTION 5.425 
 | 5.425 Counseling and use of appraisal and counseling materials. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.7 | SECTION 5.430 
 | 5.430 Financial assistance. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.8 | SECTION 5.435 
 | 5.435 Employment assistance to students. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.9 | SECTION 5.440 
 | 5.440 Health and insurance benefits and services. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.10 | SECTION 5.445 
 | 5.445 Marital or parental status. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.11 | SECTION 5.450 
 | 5.450 Athletics. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.4.1.12 | SECTION 5.455 
 | 5.455 Textbooks and curricular material. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5 | SUBPART E 
 | Subpart E - Discrimination on the Basis of Sex in Employment in Education Programs or Activities Prohibited |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.1 | SECTION 5.500 
 | 5.500 Employment. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.2 | SECTION 5.505 
 | 5.505 Employment criteria. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.3 | SECTION 5.510 
 | 5.510 Recruitment. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.4 | SECTION 5.515 
 | 5.515 Compensation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.5 | SECTION 5.520 
 | 5.520 Job classification and structure. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.6 | SECTION 5.525 
 | 5.525 Fringe benefits. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.7 | SECTION 5.530 
 | 5.530 Marital or parental status. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.8 | SECTION 5.535 
 | 5.535 Effect of state or local law or other requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.9 | SECTION 5.540 
 | 5.540 Advertising. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.10 | SECTION 5.545 
 | 5.545 Pre-employment inquiries. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.5.1.11 | SECTION 5.550 
 | 5.550 Sex as a bona fide occupational qualification. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.6 | SUBPART F 
 | Subpart F - Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.6.1.1 | SECTION 5.600 
 | 5.600 Notice of covered programs. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.5.6.1.2 | SECTION 5.605 
 | 5.605 Enforcement procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6 | PART 6 
 | PART 6 - PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT AND ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ABROAD OF EPA ACTIONS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General Provisions for EPA Actions Subject to NEPA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.1.1.1 | SECTION 6.100 
 | 6.100 Policy and purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.1.1.2 | SECTION 6.101 
 | 6.101 Applicability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.1.1.3 | SECTION 6.102 
 | 6.102 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.1.1.4 | SECTION 6.103 
 | 6.103 Responsibilities of the NEPA and Responsible Officials. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - EPA's NEPA Environmental Review Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.1 | SECTION 6.200 
 | 6.200 General requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.2 | SECTION 6.201 
 | 6.201 Coordination with other environmental review requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.3 | SECTION 6.202 
 | 6.202 Interagency cooperation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.4 | SECTION 6.203 
 | 6.203 Public participation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.5 | SECTION 6.204 
 | 6.204 Categorical exclusions and extraordinary circumstances. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.6 | SECTION 6.205 
 | 6.205 Environmental assessments. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.7 | SECTION 6.206 
 | 6.206 Findings of no significant impact. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.8 | SECTION 6.207 
 | 6.207 Environmental impact statements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.9 | SECTION 6.208 
 | 6.208 Records of decision. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.10 | SECTION 6.209 
 | 6.209 Filing requirements for EPA EISs. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.2.1.11 | SECTION 6.210 
 | 6.210 Emergency circumstances. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Requirements for Environmental Information Documents and Third-Party Agreements for EPA Actions Subject to NEPA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.3.1.1 | SECTION 6.300 
 | 6.300 Applicability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.3.1.2 | SECTION 6.301 
 | 6.301 Applicant requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.3.1.3 | SECTION 6.302 
 | 6.302 Responsible Official requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.3.1.4 | SECTION 6.303 
 | 6.303 Third-party agreements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Assessing the Environmental Effects Abroad of EPA Actions |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4.1.1 | SECTION 6.400 
 | 6.400 Purpose and policy. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4.1.2 | SECTION 6.401 
 | 6.401 Applicability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4.1.3 | SECTION 6.402 
 | 6.402 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4.1.4 | SECTION 6.403 
 | 6.403 Environmental review and assessment requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4.1.5 | SECTION 6.404 
 | 6.404 Lead or cooperating agency. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4.1.6 | SECTION 6.405 
 | 6.405 Exemptions and considerations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.6.4.1.7 | SECTION 6.406 
 | 6.406 Implementation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7 | PART 7 
 | PART 7 - NONDISCRIMINATION IN PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.1.1.1 | SECTION 7.10 
 | 7.10 Purpose of this part. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.1.1.2 | SECTION 7.15 
 | 7.15 Applicability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.1.1.3 | SECTION 7.20 
 | 7.20 Responsible agency officers. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.1.1.4 | SECTION 7.25 
 | 7.25 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Discrimination Prohibited on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin or Sex |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.2.1.1 | SECTION 7.30 
 | 7.30 General prohibition. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.2.1.2 | SECTION 7.35 
 | 7.35 Specific prohibitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Discrimination Prohibited on the Basis of Handicap |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3.1.1 | SECTION 7.45 
 | 7.45 General prohibition. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3.1.2 | SECTION 7.50 
 | 7.50 Specific prohibitions against discrimination. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3.1.3 | SECTION 7.55 
 | 7.55 Separate or different aid, benefits, or services. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3.1.4 | SECTION 7.60 
 | 7.60 Prohibitions and requirements relating to employment. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3.1.5 | SECTION 7.65 
 | 7.65 Accessibility. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3.1.6 | SECTION 7.70 
 | 7.70 New construction. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.3.1.7 | SECTION 7.75 
 | 7.75 Transition plan. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Requirements for Applicants and Recipients |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.4.1.1 | SECTION 7.80 
 | 7.80 Applicants. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.4.1.2 | SECTION 7.85 
 | 7.85 Recipients. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.4.1.3 | SECTION 7.90 
 | 7.90 Grievance procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.4.1.4 | SECTION 7.95 
 | 7.95 Notice of nondiscrimination. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.4.1.5 | SECTION 7.100 
 | 7.100 Intimidation and retaliation prohibited. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5 | SUBPART E 
 | Subpart E - Agency Compliance Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5.1.1 | SECTION 7.105 
 | 7.105 General policy. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5.1.2 | SECTION 7.110 
 | 7.110 Preaward compliance. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5.1.3 | SECTION 7.115 
 | 7.115 Postaward compliance. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5.1.4 | SECTION 7.120 
 | 7.120 Complaint investigations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5.1.5 | SECTION 7.125 
 | 7.125 Coordination with other agencies. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5.1.6 | SECTION 7.130 
 | 7.130 Actions available to EPA to obtain compliance. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.5.1.7 | SECTION 7.135 
 | 7.135 Procedure for regaining eligibility. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6 | SUBPART F 
 | Subpart F - Discrimination Prohibited on the Basis of Age |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.1 | SECTION 7.140 
 | 7.140 General prohibition. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.2 | SECTION 7.145 
 | 7.145 Specific prohibitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.3 | SECTION 7.150 
 | 7.150 Exceptions to the rules against age discrimination - normal operation or statutory objective of any program or activity. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.4 | SECTION 7.155 
 | 7.155 Exceptions to the rules against age discrimination - reasonable factors other than age. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.5 | SECTION 7.160 
 | 7.160 Burden of proof. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.6 | SECTION 7.165 
 | 7.165 Special benefits for children and the elderly. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.7 | SECTION 7.170 
 | 7.170 Alternative funds disbursal procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.8 | SECTION 7.175 
 | 7.175 Exhaustion of administrative remedy. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.6.1.9 | SECTION 7.180 
 | 7.180 Mediation of age discrimination complaints. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.7.7 | SUBPART 0 
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| 40:1.0.1.1.7.8.1.1.2 | APPENDIX Appendix A 
 | Appendix A to Part 7 - Types of EPA Assistance as Listed in the “Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance” |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8 | PART 8 
 | PART 8 - ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF NONGOVERNMENTAL ACTIVITIES IN ANTARCTICA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.1 | SECTION 8.1 
 | 8.1 Purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.2 | SECTION 8.2 
 | 8.2 Applicability and effect. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.3 | SECTION 8.3 
 | 8.3 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.4 | SECTION 8.4 
 | 8.4 Preparation of environmental documents, generally. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.5 | SECTION 8.5 
 | 8.5 Submission of environmental documents. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.6 | SECTION 8.6 
 | 8.6 Preliminary environmental review. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.7 | SECTION 8.7 
 | 8.7 Initial environmental evaluation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.8 | SECTION 8.8 
 | 8.8 Comprehensive environmental evaluation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.9 | SECTION 8.9 
 | 8.9 Measures to assess and verify environmental impacts. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.10 | SECTION 8.10 
 | 8.10 Cases of emergency. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.11 | SECTION 8.11 
 | 8.11 Prohibited acts, enforcement and penalties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.8.0.1.12 | SECTION 8.12 
 | 8.12 Coordination of reviews from other Parties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.9 | PART 9 
 | PART 9 - OMB APPROVALS UNDER THE PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.9.0.1.1 | SECTION 9.1 
 | 9.1 OMB approvals under the Paperwork Reduction Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10 | PART 10 
 | PART 10 - ADMINISTRATIVE CLAIMS UNDER FEDERAL TORT CLAIMS ACT |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.1.1.1 | SECTION 10.1 
 | 10.1 Scope of regulations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.1 | SECTION 10.2 
 | 10.2 Administrative claim; when presented; place of filing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.2 | SECTION 10.3 
 | 10.3 Administrative claims; who may file. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.3 | SECTION 10.4 
 | 10.4 Evidence to be submitted. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.4 | SECTION 10.5 
 | 10.5 Investigation, examination, and determination of claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.5 | SECTION 10.6 
 | 10.6 Final denial of claim. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.6 | SECTION 10.7 
 | 10.7 Payment of approved claim. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.7 | SECTION 10.8 
 | 10.8 Release. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.8 | SECTION 10.9 
 | 10.9 Penalties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.9 | SECTION 10.10 
 | 10.10 Limitation on Environmental Protection Agency's authority. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.10.2.1.10 | SECTION 10.11 
 | 10.11 Relationship to other agency regulations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.11 | PART 11 
 | PART 11 - SECURITY CLASSIFICATION REGULATIONS PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER 11652 |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.11.0.1.1 | SECTION 11.1 
 | 11.1 Purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.11.0.1.2 | SECTION 11.2 
 | 11.2 Background. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.11.0.1.3 | SECTION 11.3 
 | 11.3 Responsibilities. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.11.0.1.4 | SECTION 11.4 
 | 11.4 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.11.0.1.5 | SECTION 11.5 
 | 11.5 Procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.11.0.1.6 | SECTION 11.6 
 | 11.6 Access by historical researchers and former Government officials. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12 | PART 12 
 | PART 12 - NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF HANDICAP IN PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.1 | SECTION 12.101 
 | 12.101 Purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.2 | SECTION 12.102 
 | 12.102 Application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.3 | SECTION 12.103 
 | 12.103 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.4 | SECTION 12.104-12.109 
 | 12.104-12.109 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.5 | SECTION 12.110 
 | 12.110 Self-evaluation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.6 | SECTION 12.111 
 | 12.111 Notice. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.7 | SECTION 12.112-12.129 
 | 12.112-12.129 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.8 | SECTION 12.130 
 | 12.130 General prohibitions against discrimination. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.9 | SECTION 12.131-12.139 
 | 12.131-12.139 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.10 | SECTION 12.140 
 | 12.140 Employment. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.11 | SECTION 12.141-12.148 
 | 12.141-12.148 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.12 | SECTION 12.149 
 | 12.149 Program accessibility: Discrimination prohibited. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.13 | SECTION 12.150 
 | 12.150 Program accessibility: Existing facilities. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.14 | SECTION 12.151 
 | 12.151 Program accessibility: New construction and alterations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.15 | SECTION 12.152-12.159 
 | 12.152-12.159 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.16 | SECTION 12.160 
 | 12.160 Communications. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.17 | SECTION 12.161-12.169 
 | 12.161-12.169 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.18 | SECTION 12.170 
 | 12.170 Compliance procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.12.0.1.19 | SECTION 12.171-12.999 
 | 12.171-12.999 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13 | PART 13 
 | PART 13 - CLAIMS COLLECTION STANDARDS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1.1.1 | SECTION 13.1 
 | 13.1 Purpose and scope. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1.1.2 | SECTION 13.2 
 | 13.2 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1.1.3 | SECTION 13.3 
 | 13.3 Interagency claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1.1.4 | SECTION 13.4 
 | 13.4 Other remedies. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1.1.5 | SECTION 13.5 
 | 13.5 Claims involving criminal activities or misconduct. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1.1.6 | SECTION 13.6 
 | 13.6 Subdivision of claims not authorized. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.1.1.7 | SECTION 13.7 
 | 13.7 Omission not a defense. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Collection |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.1 | SECTION 13.8 
 | 13.8 Collection rule. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.2 | SECTION 13.9 
 | 13.9 Initial notice. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.3 | SECTION 13.10 
 | 13.10 Aggressive collection actions; documentation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.4 | SECTION 13.11 
 | 13.11 Interest, penalty and administrative costs. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.5 | SECTION 13.12 
 | 13.12 Interest and charges pending waiver or review. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.6 | SECTION 13.13 
 | 13.13 Contracting for collection services. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.7 | SECTION 13.14 
 | 13.14 Use of credit reporting agencies. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.8 | SECTION 13.15 
 | 13.15 Taxpayer information. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.9 | SECTION 13.16 
 | 13.16 Liquidation of collateral. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.10 | SECTION 13.17 
 | 13.17 Suspension or revocation of license or eligibility. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.11 | SECTION 13.18 
 | 13.18 Installment payments. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.2.1.12 | SECTION 13.19 
 | 13.19 Analysis of costs; automation; prevention of overpayments, delinquencies or defaults. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Administrative Offset |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.3.1.1 | SECTION 13.20 
 | 13.20 Administrative offset of general debts. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.3.1.2 | SECTION 13.21 
 | 13.21 Employee salary offset - general. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.3.1.3 | SECTION 13.22 
 | 13.22 Salary offset when EPA is the creditor agency. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.3.1.4 | SECTION 13.23 
 | 13.23 Salary offset when EPA is not the creditor agency. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Compromise of Debts |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.4.1.1 | SECTION 13.24 
 | 13.24 General. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.4.1.2 | SECTION 13.25 
 | 13.25 Standards for compromise. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.4.1.3 | SECTION 13.26 
 | 13.26 Payment of compromised claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.4.1.4 | SECTION 13.27 
 | 13.27 Joint and several liability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.4.1.5 | SECTION 13.28 
 | 13.28 Execution of releases. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.5 | SUBPART E 
 | Subpart E - Suspension of Collection Action |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.5.1.1 | SECTION 13.29 
 | 13.29 Suspension - general. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.5.1.2 | SECTION 13.30 
 | 13.30 Standards for suspension. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.6 | SUBPART F 
 | Subpart F - Termination of Debts |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.6.1.1 | SECTION 13.31 
 | 13.31 Termination - general. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.6.1.2 | SECTION 13.32 
 | 13.32 Standards for termination. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.7 | SUBPART G 
 | Subpart G - Referrals |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.7.1.1 | SECTION 13.33 
 | 13.33 Referrals to the Department of Justice. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8 | SUBPART H 
 | Subpart H - Referral of Debts to IRS for Tax Refund Offset |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8.1.1 | SECTION 13.34 
 | 13.34 Purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8.1.2 | SECTION 13.35 
 | 13.35 Applicability and scope. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8.1.3 | SECTION 13.36 
 | 13.36 Administrative charges. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8.1.4 | SECTION 13.37 
 | 13.37 Notice requirement before offset. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8.1.5 | SECTION 13.38 
 | 13.38 Review within the Agency. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8.1.6 | SECTION 13.39 
 | 13.39 Agency determination. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.13.8.1.7 | SECTION 13.40 
 | 13.40 Stay of offset. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14 | PART 14 
 | PART 14 - EMPLOYEE PERSONAL PROPERTY CLAIMS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.1 | SECTION 14.1 
 | 14.1 Scope and purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.2 | SECTION 14.2 
 | 14.2 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.3 | SECTION 14.3 
 | 14.3 Incident to service. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.4 | SECTION 14.4 
 | 14.4 Reasonable and proper. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.5 | SECTION 14.5 
 | 14.5 Who may file a claim. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.6 | SECTION 14.6 
 | 14.6 Time limits for filing a claim. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.7 | SECTION 14.7 
 | 14.7 Where to file a claim. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.8 | SECTION 14.8 
 | 14.8 Investigation of claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.9 | SECTION 14.9 
 | 14.9 Approval and payment of claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.10 | SECTION 14.10 
 | 14.10 Procedures for reconsideration. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.11 | SECTION 14.11 
 | 14.11 Principal types of allowable claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.12 | SECTION 14.12 
 | 14.12 Principal types of unallowable claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.13 | SECTION 14.13 
 | 14.13 Items fraudulently claimed. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.14.0.1.14 | SECTION 14.14 
 | 14.14 Computation of award. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15 | PART 16 
 | PART 16 - IMPLEMENTATION OF PRIVACY ACT OF 1974 |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.1 | SECTION 16.1 
 | 16.1 Purpose and scope. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.2 | SECTION 16.2 
 | 16.2 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.3 | SECTION 16.3 
 | 16.3 Procedures for accessing, correcting, or amending personal records. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.4 | SECTION 16.4 
 | 16.4 Times, places, and requirements for identification of individuals making requests. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.5 | SECTION 16.5 
 | 16.5 Request for correction or amendment of record. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.6 | SECTION 16.6 
 | 16.6 Initial decision on request for access to, or correction or amendment of, records. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.7 | SECTION 16.7 
 | 16.7 The appeal process. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.8 | SECTION 16.8 
 | 16.8 Special procedures: Medical Records. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.9 | SECTION 16.9 
 | 16.9 Fees. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.10 | SECTION 16.10 
 | 16.10 Penalties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.11 | SECTION 16.11 
 | 16.11 General exemptions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.15.0.1.12 | SECTION 16.12 
 | 16.12 Specific exemptions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16 | PART 17 
 | PART 17 - IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EQUAL ACCESS TO JUSTICE ACT IN EPA ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEEDINGS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General Provisions |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.1 | SECTION 17.1 
 | 17.1 Purpose of these rules. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.2 | SECTION 17.2 
 | 17.2 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.3 | SECTION 17.3 
 | 17.3 Proceedings covered. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.4 | SECTION 17.4 
 | 17.4 Applicability to EPA proceedings. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.5 | SECTION 17.5 
 | 17.5 Eligibility of applicants. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.6 | SECTION 17.6 
 | 17.6 Standards for awards. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.7 | SECTION 17.7 
 | 17.7 Allowable fees and other expenses. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.1.1.8 | SECTION 17.8 
 | 17.8 Delegation of authority. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Information Required From Applicants |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.2.1.1 | SECTION 17.11 
 | 17.11 Contents of application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.2.1.2 | SECTION 17.12 
 | 17.12 Net worth exhibit. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.2.1.3 | SECTION 17.13 
 | 17.13 Documentation of fees and expenses. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.2.1.4 | SECTION 17.14 
 | 17.14 Time for submission of application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Procedures for Considering Applications |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.1 | SECTION 17.21 
 | 17.21 Filing and service of documents. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.2 | SECTION 17.22 
 | 17.22 Answer to application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.3 | SECTION 17.23 
 | 17.23 Comments by other parties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.4 | SECTION 17.24 
 | 17.24 Settlement. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.5 | SECTION 17.25 
 | 17.25 Extensions of time and further proceedings. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.6 | SECTION 17.26 
 | 17.26 Decision on application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.7 | SECTION 17.27 
 | 17.27 Agency review. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.8 | SECTION 17.28 
 | 17.28 Judicial review. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.16.3.1.9 | SECTION 17.29 
 | 17.29 Payment of award. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17 | PART 18 
 | PART 18 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS AND SPECIAL RESEARCH CONSULTANTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.1 | SECTION 18.1 
 | 18.1 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.2 | SECTION 18.2 
 | 18.2 Applicability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.3 | SECTION 18.3 
 | 18.3 Purpose of Environmental Protection Research Fellowships. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.4 | SECTION 18.4 
 | 18.4 Establishment of Environmental Protection Research Fellowships. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.5 | SECTION 18.5 
 | 18.5 Qualifications for Environmental Protection Research Fellowships. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.6 | SECTION 18.6 
 | 18.6 Method of Application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.7 | SECTION 18.7 
 | 18.7 Selection and appointment of Environmental Protection Research Fellows. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.8 | SECTION 18.8 
 | 18.8 Stipends, Allowances, and Benefits. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.9 | SECTION 18.9 
 | 18.9 Duration of Environmental Protection Research Fellowships. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.10 | SECTION 18.10 
 | 18.10 Appointment of Special Research Consultants for Environmental Protection. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.17.0.1.11 | SECTION 18.11 
 | 18.11 Standards of Conduct and Financial Disclosure. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.18 | PART 19 
 | PART 19 - ADJUSTMENT OF CIVIL MONETARY PENALTIES FOR INFLATION |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.18.0.1.1 | SECTION 19.1 
 | 19.1 Applicability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.18.0.1.2 | SECTION 19.2 
 | 19.2 Effective date. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.18.0.1.3 | SECTION 19.3 
 | 19.3 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.18.0.1.4 | SECTION 19.4 
 | 19.4 Statutory civil monetary penalties, as adjusted for inflation, and tables. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19 | PART 20 
 | PART 20 - CERTIFICATION OF FACILITIES |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.1 | SECTION 20.1 
 | 20.1 Applicability. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.2 | SECTION 20.2 
 | 20.2 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.3 | SECTION 20.3 
 | 20.3 General provisions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.4 | SECTION 20.4 
 | 20.4 Notice of intent to certify. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.5 | SECTION 20.5 
 | 20.5 Applications. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.6 | SECTION 20.6 
 | 20.6 State certification. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.7 | SECTION 20.7 
 | 20.7 General policies. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.8 | SECTION 20.8 
 | 20.8 Requirements for certification. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.9 | SECTION 20.9 
 | 20.9 Cost recovery. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.10 | SECTION 20.10 
 | 20.10 Revocation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.19.0.1.11.3 | APPENDIX Appendix A 
 | Appendix A to Part 20 - Guidelines for Certification |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20 | PART 21 
 | PART 21 - SMALL BUSINESS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.1 | SECTION 21.1 
 | 21.1 Scope. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.2 | SECTION 21.2 
 | 21.2 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.3 | SECTION 21.3 
 | 21.3 Submission of applications. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.4 | SECTION 21.4 
 | 21.4 Review of application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.5 | SECTION 21.5 
 | 21.5 Issuance of statements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.6 | SECTION 21.6 
 | 21.6 Exclusions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.7 | SECTION 21.7 
 | 21.7 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.8 | SECTION 21.8 
 | 21.8 Resubmission of application. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.9 | SECTION 21.9 
 | 21.9 Appeals. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.10 | SECTION 21.10 
 | 21.10 Utilization of the statement. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.11 | SECTION 21.11 
 | 21.11 Public participation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.12 | SECTION 21.12 
 | 21.12 State issued statements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.20.0.1.13 | SECTION 21.13 
 | 21.13 Effect of certification upon authority to enforce applicable standards. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21 | PART 22 
 | PART 22 - CONSOLIDATED RULES OF PRACTICE GOVERNING THE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSESSMENT OF CIVIL PENALTIES AND THE REVOCATION/TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION OF PERMITS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.1 | SECTION 22.1 
 | 22.1 Scope of this part. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.2 | SECTION 22.2 
 | 22.2 Use of number and gender. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.3 | SECTION 22.3 
 | 22.3 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.4 | SECTION 22.4 
 | 22.4 Powers and duties of the Environmental Appeals Board, Regional Judicial Officer and Presiding Officer; disqualification, withdrawal, and reassignment. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.5 | SECTION 22.5 
 | 22.5 Filing, service by the parties, and form of all filed documents; business confidentiality claims. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.6 | SECTION 22.6 
 | 22.6 Filing and service of rulings, orders and decisions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.7 | SECTION 22.7 
 | 22.7 Computation and extension of time. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.8 | SECTION 22.8 
 | 22.8 Ex parte discussion of proceeding. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.1.1.9 | SECTION 22.9 
 | 22.9 Examination of documents filed. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Parties and Appearances |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.2.1.1 | SECTION 22.10 
 | 22.10 Appearances. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.2.1.2 | SECTION 22.11 
 | 22.11 Intervention and non-party briefs. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.2.1.3 | SECTION 22.12 
 | 22.12 Consolidation and severance. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Prehearing Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.1 | SECTION 22.13 
 | 22.13 Commencement of a proceeding. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.2 | SECTION 22.14 
 | 22.14 Complaint. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.3 | SECTION 22.15 
 | 22.15 Answer to the complaint. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.4 | SECTION 22.16 
 | 22.16 Motions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.5 | SECTION 22.17 
 | 22.17 Default. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.6 | SECTION 22.18 
 | 22.18 Quick resolution; settlement; alternative dispute resolution. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.7 | SECTION 22.19 
 | 22.19 Prehearing information exchange; prehearing conference; other discovery. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.3.1.8 | SECTION 22.20 
 | 22.20 Accelerated decision; decision to dismiss. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Hearing Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.4.1.1 | SECTION 22.21 
 | 22.21 Assignment of Presiding Officer; scheduling the hearing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.4.1.2 | SECTION 22.22 
 | 22.22 Evidence. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.4.1.3 | SECTION 22.23 
 | 22.23 Objections and offers of proof. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.4.1.4 | SECTION 22.24 
 | 22.24 Burden of presentation; burden of persuasion; preponderance of the evidence standard. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.4.1.5 | SECTION 22.25 
 | 22.25 Filing the transcript. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.4.1.6 | SECTION 22.26 
 | 22.26 Proposed findings, conclusions, and order. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.5 | SUBPART E 
 | Subpart E - Initial Decision, Motion To Reopen a Hearing, and Motion To Set Aside a Default Order |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.5.1.1 | SECTION 22.27 
 | 22.27 Initial Decision. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.5.1.2 | SECTION 22.28 
 | 22.28 Motion to reopen a hearing or to set aside a default order. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.6 | SUBPART F 
 | Subpart F - Appeals and Administrative Review |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.6.1.1 | SECTION 22.29 
 | 22.29 Appeal from or review of interlocutory orders or rulings. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.6.1.2 | SECTION 22.30 
 | 22.30 Appeal from or review of initial decision. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.7 | SUBPART G 
 | Subpart G - Final Order |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.7.1.1 | SECTION 22.31 
 | 22.31 Final order. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.7.1.2 | SECTION 22.32 
 | 22.32 Motion to reconsider a final order. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8 | SUBPART H 
 | Subpart H - Supplemental Rules |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.1 | SECTION 22.33 
 | 22.33 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.2 | SECTION 22.34 
 | 22.34 Supplemental rules governing the administrative assessment of civil penalties under the Clean Air Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.3 | SECTION 22.35 
 | 22.35 Supplemental rules governing the administrative assessment of civil penalties under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.4 | SECTION 22.36 
 | 22.36 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.5 | SECTION 22.37 
 | 22.37 Supplemental rules governing administrative proceedings under the Solid Waste Disposal Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.6 | SECTION 22.38 
 | 22.38 Supplemental rules of practice governing the administrative assessment of civil penalties under the Clean Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.7 | SECTION 22.39 
 | 22.39 Supplemental rules governing the administrative assessment of civil penalties under section 109 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980, as amended. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.8 | SECTION 22.40 
 | 22.40 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.9 | SECTION 22.41 
 | 22.41 Supplemental rules governing the administrative assessment of civil penalties under Title II of the Toxic Substance Control Act, enacted as section 2 of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA). |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.10 | SECTION 22.42 
 | 22.42 Supplemental rules governing the administrative assessment of civil penalties for violations of compliance orders issued to owners or operators of public water systems under part B of the Safe Drinking Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.11 | SECTION 22.43 
 | 22.43 Supplemental rules governing the administrative assessment of civil penalties against a federal agency under the Safe Drinking Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.12 | SECTION 22.44 
 | 22.44 Supplemental rules of practice governing the termination of permits under section 402(a) of the Clean Water Act or under section 3008(a)(3) of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.13 | SECTION 22.45 
 | 22.45 Supplemental rules governing public notice and comment in proceedings under sections 309(g) and 311(b)(6)(B)(ii) of the Clean Water Act and section 1423(c) of the Safe Drinking Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.8.1.14 | SECTION 22.46-22.49 
 | 22.46-22.49 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.9 | SUBPART I 
 | Subpart I - Administrative Proceedings Not Governed by Section 554 of the Administrative Procedure Act |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.9.1.1 | SECTION 22.50 
 | 22.50 Scope of this subpart. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.9.1.2 | SECTION 22.51 
 | 22.51 Presiding Officer. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.21.9.1.3 | SECTION 22.52 
 | 22.52 Information exchange and discovery. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22 | PART 23 
 | PART 23 - JUDICIAL REVIEW UNDER EPA-ADMINISTERED STATUTES |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.1 | SECTION 23.1 
 | 23.1 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.2 | SECTION 23.2 
 | 23.2 Timing of Administrator's action under Clean Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.3 | SECTION 23.3 
 | 23.3 Timing of Administrator's action under Clean Air Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.4 | SECTION 23.4 
 | 23.4 Timing of Administrator's action under Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.5 | SECTION 23.5 
 | 23.5 Timing of Administrator's action under Toxic Substances Control Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.6 | SECTION 23.6 
 | 23.6 Timing of Administrator's action under Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.7 | SECTION 23.7 
 | 23.7 Timing of Administrator's action under Safe Drinking Water Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.8 | SECTION 23.8 
 | 23.8 Timing of Administrator's action under Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation Control Act of 1978. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.9 | SECTION 23.9 
 | 23.9 Timing of Administrator's action under the Atomic Energy Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.10 | SECTION 23.10 
 | 23.10 Timing of Administrator's action under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.11 | SECTION 23.11 
 | 23.11 Holidays. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.22.0.1.12 | SECTION 23.12 
 | 23.12 Filing notice of judicial review. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23 | PART 24 
 | PART 24 - RULES GOVERNING ISSUANCE OF AND ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS ON INTERIM STATUS CORRECTIVE ACTION ORDERS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - General |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.1 | SECTION 24.01 
 | 24.01 Scope of these rules. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.2 | SECTION 24.02 
 | 24.02 Issuance of initial orders; definition of final orders and orders on consent. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.3 | SECTION 24.03 
 | 24.03 Maintenance of docket and official record. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.4 | SECTION 24.04 
 | 24.04 Filing and service of orders, decisions, and documents. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.5 | SECTION 24.05 
 | 24.05 Response to the initial order; request for hearing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.6 | SECTION 24.06 
 | 24.06 Designation of Presiding Officer. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.7 | SECTION 24.07 
 | 24.07 Informal settlement conference. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.1.1.8 | SECTION 24.08 
 | 24.08 Selection of appropriate hearing procedures. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Hearings on Orders Requiring Investigations or Studies |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.2.1.1 | SECTION 24.09 
 | 24.09 Qualifications of Presiding Officer; ex parte discussion of the proceeding. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.2.1.2 | SECTION 24.10 
 | 24.10 Scheduling the hearing; pre-hearing submissions by respondent. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.2.1.3 | SECTION 24.11 
 | 24.11 Hearing; oral presentations and written submissions by the parties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.2.1.4 | SECTION 24.12 
 | 24.12 Summary of hearing; Presiding Officer's recommendation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Hearings on Orders Requiring Corrective Measures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.3.1.1 | SECTION 24.13 
 | 24.13 Qualifications of Presiding Officer; ex parte discussion of the proceeding. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.3.1.2 | SECTION 24.14 
 | 24.14 Scheduling the hearing; pre-hearing submissions by the parties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.3.1.3 | SECTION 24.15 
 | 24.15 Hearing; oral presentations and written submissions by the parties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.3.1.4 | SECTION 24.16 
 | 24.16 Transcript or recording of hearing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.3.1.5 | SECTION 24.17 
 | 24.17 Presiding Officer's recommendation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Post-Hearing Procedures |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.4.1.1 | SECTION 24.18 
 | 24.18 Final decision. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.4.1.2 | SECTION 24.19 
 | 24.19 Final order. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.23.4.1.3 | SECTION 24.20 
 | 24.20 Final agency action. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24 | PART 25 
 | PART 25 - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN PROGRAMS UNDER THE RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT, THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT, AND THE CLEAN WATER ACT |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.1 | SECTION 25.1 
 | 25.1 Introduction. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.2 | SECTION 25.2 
 | 25.2 Scope. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.3 | SECTION 25.3 
 | 25.3 Policy and objectives. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.4 | SECTION 25.4 
 | 25.4 Information, notification, and consultation responsibilities. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.5 | SECTION 25.5 
 | 25.5 Public hearings. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.6 | SECTION 25.6 
 | 25.6 Public meetings. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.7 | SECTION 25.7 
 | 25.7 Advisory groups. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.8 | SECTION 25.8 
 | 25.8 Responsiveness summaries. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.9 | SECTION 25.9 
 | 25.9 Permit enforcement. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.10 | SECTION 25.10 
 | 25.10 Rulemaking. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.11 | SECTION 25.11 
 | 25.11 Work elements in financial assistance agreements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.12 | SECTION 25.12 
 | 25.12 Assuring compliance with public participation requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.13 | SECTION 25.13 
 | 25.13 Coordination and non-duplication. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.24.0.1.14 | SECTION 25.14 
 | 25.14 Termination of reporting requirements. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25 | PART 26 
 | PART 26 - PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1 | SUBPART A 
 | Subpart A - Basic EPA Policy for Protection of Subjects in Human Research Conducted or Supported by EPA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.1 | SECTION 26.101 
 | 26.101 To what does this policy apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.2 | SECTION 26.102 
 | 26.102 Definitions for purposes of this policy. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.3 | SECTION 26.103 
 | 26.103 Assuring compliance with this policy - research conducted or supported by any Federal department or agency. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.4 | SECTION 26.104 
 | 26.104 Exempt research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.5 | SECTION 26.105-26.106 
 | 26.105-26.106 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.6 | SECTION 26.107 
 | 26.107 IRB membership. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.7 | SECTION 26.108 
 | 26.108 IRB functions and operations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.8 | SECTION 26.109 
 | 26.109 IRB review of research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.9 | SECTION 26.110 
 | 26.110 Expedited review procedures for certain kinds of research involving no more than minimal risk, and for minor changes in approved research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.10 | SECTION 26.111 
 | 26.111 Criteria for IRB approval of research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.11 | SECTION 26.112 
 | 26.112 Review by Institution |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.12 | SECTION 26.113 
 | 26.113 Suspension or Termination of IRB Approval of Research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.13 | SECTION 26.114 
 | 26.114 Cooperative Research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.14 | SECTION 26.115 
 | 26.115 IRB Records. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.15 | SECTION 26.116 
 | 26.116 General Requirements for Informed Consent. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.16 | SECTION 26.117 
 | 26.117 Documentation of informed consent. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.17 | SECTION 26.118 
 | 26.118 Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.18 | SECTION 26.119 
 | 26.119 Research undertaken without the intention of involving human subjects. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.19 | SECTION 26.120 
 | 26.120 Evaluation and disposition of applications and proposals for research to be conducted or supported by a Federal department or agency. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.20 | SECTION 26.121 
 | 26.121 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.21 | SECTION 26.122 
 | 26.122 Use of Federal funds. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.22 | SECTION 26.123 
 | 26.123 Early termination of research support: Evaluation of applications and proposals. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.1.1.23 | SECTION 26.124 
 | 26.124 Conditions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.2 | SUBPART B 
 | Subpart B - Prohibition of Research Conducted or Supported by EPA Involving Intentional Exposure of Human Subjects who are Children or Pregnant or Nursing Women |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.2.1.1 | SECTION 26.201 
 | 26.201 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.2.1.2 | SECTION 26.202 
 | 26.202 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.2.1.3 | SECTION 26.203 
 | 26.203 Prohibition of research conducted or supported by EPA involving intentional exposure of any human subject who is a pregnant woman (and therefore her fetus), a nursing woman, or child. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.3 | SUBPART C 
 | Subpart C - Observational Research: Additional Protections for Pregnant Women and Fetuses Involved as Subjects in Observational Research Conducted or Supported by EPA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.3.1.1 | SECTION 26.301 
 | 26.301 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.3.1.2 | SECTION 26.302 
 | 26.302 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.3.1.3 | SECTION 26.303 
 | 26.303 Duties of IRBs in connection with observational research involving pregnant women and fetuses. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.3.1.4 | SECTION 26.304 
 | 26.304 Additional protections for pregnant women and fetuses involved in observational research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.3.1.5 | SECTION 26.305 
 | 26.305 Protections applicable, after delivery, to the placenta, the dead fetus, or fetal material. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.4 | SUBPART D 
 | Subpart D - Observational Research: Additional Protections for Children Involved as Subjects in Observational Research Conducted or Supported by EPA |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.4.1.1 | SECTION 26.401 
 | 26.401 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.4.1.2 | SECTION 26.402 
 | 26.402 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.4.1.3 | SECTION 26.403 
 | 26.403 IRB duties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.4.1.4 | SECTION 26.404 
 | 26.404 Observational research not involving greater than minimal risk. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.4.1.5 | SECTION 26.405 
 | 26.405 Observational research involving greater than minimal risk but presenting the prospect of direct benefit to the individual subjects. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.4.1.6 | SECTION 26.406 
 | 26.406 Requirements for permission by parents or guardians and for assent by children. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.5 | SUBPART E 
 | Subparts E-J [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6 | SUBPART K 
 | Subpart K - Basic Ethical Requirements for Third-Party Human Research for Pesticides Involving Intentional Exposure of Non-Pregnant, Non-Nursing Adults |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.1 | SECTION 26.1101 
 | 26.1101 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.2 | SECTION 26.1102 
 | 26.1102 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.3 | SECTION 26.1103-26.1106 
 | 26.1103-26.1106 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.4 | SECTION 26.1107 
 | 26.1107 IRB membership. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.5 | SECTION 26.1108 
 | 26.1108 IRB functions and operations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.6 | SECTION 26.1109 
 | 26.1109 IRB review of research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.7 | SECTION 26.1110 
 | 26.1110 Expedited review procedures for certain kinds of research involving no more than minimal risk, and for minor changes in approved research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.8 | SECTION 26.1111 
 | 26.1111 Criteria for IRB approval of research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.9 | SECTION 26.1112 
 | 26.1112 Review by institution. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.10 | SECTION 26.1113 
 | 26.1113 Suspension or termination of IRB approval of research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.11 | SECTION 26.1114 
 | 26.1114 Cooperative research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.12 | SECTION 26.1115 
 | 26.1115 IRB records. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.13 | SECTION 26.1116 
 | 26.1116 General requirements for informed consent. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.14 | SECTION 26.1117 
 | 26.1117 Documentation of informed consent. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.15 | SECTION 26.1118-26.1122 
 | 26.1118-26.1122 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.16 | SECTION 26.1123 
 | 26.1123 Early termination of research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.17 | SECTION 26.1124 
 | 26.1124 [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.6.1.18 | SECTION 26.1125 
 | 26.1125 Prior submission of proposed human research for EPA review. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.7 | SUBPART L 
 | Subpart L - Prohibition of Third-Party Research involving Intentional Exposure to a Pesticide of Human Subjects who are Children or Pregnant or Nursing Women |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.7.1.1 | SECTION 26.1201 
 | 26.1201 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.7.1.2 | SECTION 26.1202 
 | 26.1202 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.7.1.3 | SECTION 26.1203 
 | 26.1203 Prohibition of research involving intentional exposure of any human subject who is a pregnant woman (and therefore her fetus), a nursing woman, or a child. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.8 | SUBPART M 
 | Subpart M - Requirements for Submission of Information on the Ethical Conduct of Completed Human Research |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.8.1.1 | SECTION 26.1301 
 | 26.1301 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.8.1.2 | SECTION 26.1302 
 | 26.1302 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.8.1.3 | SECTION 26.1303 
 | 26.1303 Submission of information pertaining to ethical conduct of completed human research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.9 | SUBPART N 
 | Subpart N [Reserved] |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10 | SUBPART O 
 | Subpart O - Administrative Actions for Noncompliance |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10.1.1 | SECTION 26.1501 
 | 26.1501 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10.1.2 | SECTION 26.1502 
 | 26.1502 Lesser administrative actions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10.1.3 | SECTION 26.1503 
 | 26.1503 Disqualification of an IRB or an institution. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10.1.4 | SECTION 26.1504 
 | 26.1504 Public disclosure of information regarding revocation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10.1.5 | SECTION 26.1505 
 | 26.1505 Reinstatement of an IRB or an institution. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10.1.6 | SECTION 26.1506 
 | 26.1506 Debarment. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.10.1.7 | SECTION 26.1507 
 | 26.1507 Actions alternative or additional to disqualification. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11 | SUBPART P 
 | Subpart P - Review of Proposed and Completed Human Research |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11.1.1 | SECTION 26.1601 
 | 26.1601 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11.1.2 | SECTION 26.1602 
 | 26.1602 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11.1.3 | SECTION 26.1603 
 | 26.1603 EPA review of proposed human research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11.1.4 | SECTION 26.1604 
 | 26.1604 EPA review of completed human research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11.1.5 | SECTION 26.1605 
 | 26.1605 Operation of the Human Studies Review Board. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11.1.6 | SECTION 26.1606 
 | 26.1606 Human Studies Review Board review of proposed human research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.11.1.7 | SECTION 26.1607 
 | 26.1607 Human Studies Review Board review of completed human research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.12 | SUBPART Q 
 | Subpart Q - Standards for Assessing Whether To Rely on the Results of Human Research in EPA Actions |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.12.1.1 | SECTION 26.1701 
 | 26.1701 To what does this subpart apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.12.1.2 | SECTION 26.1702 
 | 26.1702 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.12.1.3 | SECTION 26.1703 
 | 26.1703 Prohibitions applying to all research subject to this subpart. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.12.1.4 | SECTION 26.1704 
 | 26.1704 Prohibition of reliance on unethical human research with non-pregnant, non-nursing adults. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.12.1.5 | SECTION 26.1705 
 | 26.1705 Prohibition of reliance on unethical human research with non-pregnant, non-nursing adults initiated after April 7, 2006. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.25.12.1.6 | SECTION 26.1706 
 | 26.1706 Criteria and procedure for decisions to protect public health by relying on otherwise unacceptable research. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26 | PART 27 
 | PART 27 - PROGRAM FRAUD CIVIL REMEDIES |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.1 | SECTION 27.1 
 | 27.1 Basis and purpose. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.2 | SECTION 27.2 
 | 27.2 Definitions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.3 | SECTION 27.3 
 | 27.3 Basis for civil penalties and assessments. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.4 | SECTION 27.4 
 | 27.4 Investigation. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.5 | SECTION 27.5 
 | 27.5 Review by the reviewing official. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.6 | SECTION 27.6 
 | 27.6 Prerequisites for issuing a complaint. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.7 | SECTION 27.7 
 | 27.7 Complaint. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.8 | SECTION 27.8 
 | 27.8 Service of complaint. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.9 | SECTION 27.9 
 | 27.9 Answer. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.10 | SECTION 27.10 
 | 27.10 Default upon failure to file an answer. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.11 | SECTION 27.11 
 | 27.11 Referral of complaint and answer to the presiding officer. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.12 | SECTION 27.12 
 | 27.12 Notice of hearing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.13 | SECTION 27.13 
 | 27.13 Parties to the hearing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.14 | SECTION 27.14 
 | 27.14 Separation of functions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.15 | SECTION 27.15 
 | 27.15 Ex parte contacts. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.16 | SECTION 27.16 
 | 27.16 Disqualification of the reviewing official or presiding officer. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.17 | SECTION 27.17 
 | 27.17 Rights of parties. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.18 | SECTION 27.18 
 | 27.18 Authority of the presiding officer. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.19 | SECTION 27.19 
 | 27.19 Prehearing conferences. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.20 | SECTION 27.20 
 | 27.20 Disclosure of documents. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.21 | SECTION 27.21 
 | 27.21 Discovery. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.22 | SECTION 27.22 
 | 27.22 Exchange of witness lists, statements, and exhibits. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.23 | SECTION 27.23 
 | 27.23 Subpoenas for attendance at hearing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.24 | SECTION 27.24 
 | 27.24 Protective order. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.25 | SECTION 27.25 
 | 27.25 Fees. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.26 | SECTION 27.26 
 | 27.26 Form, filing and service of papers. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.27 | SECTION 27.27 
 | 27.27 Computation of time. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.28 | SECTION 27.28 
 | 27.28 Motions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.29 | SECTION 27.29 
 | 27.29 Sanctions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.30 | SECTION 27.30 
 | 27.30 The hearing and burden of proof. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.31 | SECTION 27.31 
 | 27.31 Determining the amount of penalties and assessments. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.32 | SECTION 27.32 
 | 27.32 Location of hearing. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.33 | SECTION 27.33 
 | 27.33 Witnesses. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.34 | SECTION 27.34 
 | 27.34 Evidence. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.35 | SECTION 27.35 
 | 27.35 The record. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.36 | SECTION 27.36 
 | 27.36 Post-hearing briefs. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.37 | SECTION 27.37 
 | 27.37 Initial decision. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.38 | SECTION 27.38 
 | 27.38 Reconsideration of initial decision. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.39 | SECTION 27.39 
 | 27.39 Appeal to authority head. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.40 | SECTION 27.40 
 | 27.40 Stay ordered by the Department of Justice. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.41 | SECTION 27.41 
 | 27.41 Stay pending appeal. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.42 | SECTION 27.42 
 | 27.42 Judicial review. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.43 | SECTION 27.43 
 | 27.43 Collection of civil penalties and assessments. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.44 | SECTION 27.44 
 | 27.44 Right to administrative offset. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.45 | SECTION 27.45 
 | 27.45 Deposit in Treasury of United States. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.46 | SECTION 27.46 
 | 27.46 Compromise or settlement. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.47 | SECTION 27.47 
 | 27.47 Limitations. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.26.0.1.48 | SECTION 27.48 
 | 27.48 Delegated functions. |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27 | PART 29 
 | PART 29 - INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.1 | SECTION 29.1 
 | 29.1 What is the purpose of these regulations |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.2 | SECTION 29.2 
 | 29.2 What definitions apply to these regulations |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.3 | SECTION 29.3 
 | 29.3 What programs and activities of the Environmental Protection Agency are subject to these regulations |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.4 | SECTION 29.4 
 | 29.4 What are the Administrator's general responsibilities under the Order |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.5 | SECTION 29.5 
 | 29.5 What is the Administrator's obligation with respect to Federal interagency coordination |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.6 | SECTION 29.6 
 | 29.6 What procedures apply to the selection of programs and activities under these regulations |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.7 | SECTION 29.7 
 | 29.7 How does the Administrator communicate with State and local officials concerning the EPA programs and activities |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.8 | SECTION 29.8 
 | 29.8 How does the Administrator provide States an opportunity to comment on proposed Federal financial assistance and direct Federal development |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.9 | SECTION 29.9 
 | 29.9 How does the Administrator receive and respond to comments |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.10 | SECTION 29.10 
 | 29.10 How does the Administrator make efforts to accommodate intergovernmental concerns |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.11 | SECTION 29.11 
 | 29.11 What are the Administrator's obligations in interstate situations |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.12 | SECTION 29.12 
 | 29.12 How may a State simplify, consolidate, or substitute federally required State plans |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.27.0.1.13 | SECTION 29.13 
 | 29.13 May the Administrator waive any provision of these regulations |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28 | PART 30 
 | PART 30 - TRANSPARENCY IN SIGNIFICANT REGULATORY ACTIONS AND INFLUENTIAL SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28.0.1.1 | SECTION 30.1 
 | 30.1 What is the purpose of this part |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28.0.1.2 | SECTION 30.2 
 | 30.2 What definitions apply to this part |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28.0.1.3 | SECTION 30.3 
 | 30.3 How do the provisions of this part apply |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28.0.1.4 | SECTION 30.4 
 | 30.4 What requirements apply to the EPA's use of studies in significant regulatory actions |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28.0.1.5 | SECTION 30.5 
 | 30.5 What requirements apply to the EPA's use of dose-response data underlying pivotal science |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28.0.1.6 | SECTION 30.6 
 | 30.6 What role does independent peer review have in this part |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.28.0.1.7 | SECTION 30.7 
 | 30.7 May the EPA Administrator grant exemptions to this part |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.29 | PART 31 
 | PART 31 - ON-SITE CIVIL INSPECTION PROCEDURES |  | 
| 40:1.0.1.1.29.0.1.1 | SECTION 31.1 
 | 31.1 Procedures conducted by EPA for on-site civil inspections. |  |