Introduction
EPA's mission is to protect human health and the environment. National efforts to reduce environmental risks are based on the best available scientific information; Federal laws protecting human health and the environment are administered and enforced fairly and effectively as intended by Congress; Environmental stewardship is an integral part of United States policy regarding natural resources, human health, economic growth, energy, transportation, agriculture, industry and international trade, and these factors are also taken into account in the formulation of environmental policy; All segments of society - communities, individuals, businesses, and state, local, and tribal governments - have access to accurate information that allows them to participate effectively in managing human health and environmental risks. Contaminated land and toxic sites are cleaned up and revitalized by potentially responsible parties; And the chemicals on the market are reviewed for safety.
