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US Department of Homeland Security Issues Advanced Notice of Rulemaking for CFATS Program Under EO 13650 Directives

As previously detailed in several of our prior posts, the Presidential Executive Order (EO) 13650–Improving Chemical Facility Safety and Security (August 1, 2013) directs a Working Group of federal agencies, which includes representatives from the Departments of Environmental Protection (US EPA), Transportation (DOT) and Homeland Security (DHS), the Occupational and Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Bureau of … Continue Reading

US Chemical Safety and Security Working Group Report: A Preview of What To Expect

In May 2014, the federal Working Group convened pursuant to Presidential Executive Order (EO) 13650–Improving Chemical Facility Safety and Security (August 1, 2013)-issued a status report to the President detailing its activities to reduce risks associated with hazardous chemicals and improve safety and security at chemical facilities in the United States.  The EO was a response … Continue Reading
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