Environmental Quality Improvement Act

Environmental Quality Improvement Act

The Environmental Quality Improvement Act is an Act of Congress that amended the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.

Among other provisions, the Act added additional responsibilities to the Council on Environmental Quality. The head of this council is appointed by the president and has cabinet status.


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