§ 300.1 Purpose and objectives.

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Title 40 CFR: Protection of Environment › Chapter I › Part 300 › Subpart A › § 300.1: § 300.1 Purpose and objectives.

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The purpose of the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) is to provide the organizational structure and procedures for preparing for and responding to discharges of oil and releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, and contaminants.

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