In other words, if the fines cannot be levied, there is really no real requirement that the community obey? I think that follows; otherwise, what is the incentive for them to obey? If they do not obey there is no penalty?
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One final question on cost considerations. In considering the cost savings that may be realized from selecting less stringent standards, what size systems is the Administrator to consider?
Well, yes. I notice that there is the creation of some new programs. For example, in looking at this, first of all, we start off with an SBA Pilot Program. No money in the current year, no money requested in the budget by the…
So, in other words, in 1994, for this series of programs, as I look at the summary sheet, $526 million was appropriated.
Would there be an increased risk to public health, if the Administrator uses this authority to select a less stringent maximum contaminant level?
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