Delegated State

Meaning, Term, and Glossary Definition - What is Delegated State?

A state (or other governmental entity such as a tribal government) that has received authority to administer an environmental regulatory program in lieu of a federal counterpart. As used in connection with NPDES, UIC, and PWS programs, the term does not connote any transfer of federal authority to a state.

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Confidential Statement of Formula CSF   Drinking Water State Revolving Fund   Environmental Impact Statement   Interstate Carrier Water Supply   Interstate Commerce Clause   Interstate Waters   Intrastate Product   State Emergency Response Commission SERC   State Environmental Goals and Indication Project   

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