Clean Air Act

- First passed into U.S. law in 1963
- Concerns: Smog, acid rain, ozone layer, air quality of National Parks
- Seeks to clean up and reduce common air pollutants
- Enforced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

The Clean Air Act can refer to legislation passed in the United States, Canada or the United Kingdom, all designed to control and reduce atmospheric pollution.
Timeline
1. 1955: Air Pollution Control Act becomes precursor to Clean Air Act
2. 1963: The Clean Air Act is first passed
3. 1967: Air Quality Act increases government's involvement with monitoring air pollution
4. 1970: Clean Air Act of 1970 creates first government regulations and limitations on pollution
5. 1971: Environmental Protection Agency is created
6. 1977: Amendments added to Clean Air Act ensure better maintenance of air quality standards
7. 1990: More amendments factor in acid rain and ozone protection

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