The Federal Government Originally Did Not Regulate the Pollution Created

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Essay

The federal government originally did not regulate the pollution created by industry.As environmental law developed,the government began to issue permits to businesses to control and regulate the amount of their pollution.Many industries claim that the cost of compliance with current environmental laws unduly hampers their ability to compete effectively in the marketplace.Is it fair to business owners to be burdened with these costs? Are the strict liability provisions in the federal environmental acts ethical and fair? Discuss fully.

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