Question 1494Deck General70% to pass
Who enforces the U.S. pollution regulations that apply to ships?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) U.S. Coast Guard.
The U.S. Coast Guard is the primary federal agency responsible for enforcing pollution regulations that apply to ships in U.S. waters. This authority is granted to the Coast Guard under the Clean Water Act and other environmental laws. The Coast Guard conducts inspections, investigates spills, and takes enforcement actions against vessels that violate pollution control requirements. The other options, such as the Port Authority, State Pollution Board, and Corps of Engineers, may have some related responsibilities, but the U.S. Coast Guard has the primary jurisdiction over ship-based pollution enforcement.
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