Environmental
The Clean Water Act regulates which of the following in Tennessee?
AAir quality standards near industrial facilities
BDischarge of pollutants into navigable waters and protection of wetlands✓ Correct
CRadon gas levels in residential buildings
DAsbestos removal from commercial buildings
Explanation
The Clean Water Act regulates the discharge of pollutants into navigable waters of the U.S. and establishes the regulatory framework for protecting wetlands (Section 404). TDEC administers many Clean Water Act programs in Tennessee under delegation from the EPA.
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