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The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) (United States law at 15 USC (C. 53) 2601-2692) was passed by the United States Congress in 1976 to regulate certain hazardous substances and chemicals. It is administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Subchapter I of the TSCA involves regulation of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) products. Acting under the TSCA, the EPA has published regulations for PCB disposal and set limits for PCB contamination of the environment, and engaged

in negotiations with industrial companies for remediation of sites contaminated with PCBs. Subchapter II of the TSCA, otherwise known as the "Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response," enacted in 1986 under PL 99-519 and amended in 1990 under PL 101-637, authorizes the EPA to impose requirements for asbestos abatement in schools and requires accreditation of persons who inspect for asbestos-containing materials. Subchapter III of the TSCA involves "Indoor Radon Abatement," was enacted in 1988 under PL 100-551. It requires the EPA to publish a guide to radon health risks, and authorizes the EPA to perform studies of radon levels in schools and federal buildings. Subchapter IV of the TSCA, "Lead Exposure Reduction," was enacted in 1992 under PL 102-550, and requires the EPA to identify sources of lead contamination, to regulate the amounts of lead allowed in products, and to establish programs to monitor and reduce lead exposures.

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