Environmental
In Rhode Island, which state agency is responsible for environmental regulation, including oversight of contaminated sites?
ARhode Island Department of Health
BRhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC)
CRhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM)✓ Correct
DRhode Island Department of Transportation
Explanation
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is the primary state environmental regulatory agency responsible for contaminated site oversight, air and water quality, and natural resources management.
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