In the 1970s, President Richard Nixon established the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in response to growing concerns about environmental pollution and conservation. The agency was formed on December 2, 1970, to coordinate federal efforts in protecting the environment and enforcing regulations related to air and water quality, hazardous waste, and other environmental issues. This move marked a significant shift in U.S. environmental policy and regulation.
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