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A TRUE COPY CERTIFICATION ON LUST PAGE RYAN L. BUTLER, CLLRK Contract# IRL2024N-08 Encumbrance# GL01-2309 recommended to be placed on the EPL. e. The Flood Disaster Protection Act (42 U.S.C. §§ 4002 et seq.) Flood insurance, when available, is required for Federally assisted construction or acquisition in flood -prone areas. Per 2 C.F.R. § 200.447(a), the cost of required flood insurance is an allowable expense, if it is reflected in the approved project budget. E The Endangered Species Act (16 U.S.C. §§ 1531 et seq.) Non -Federal entities must identify any impact or activities that may involve a threatened or endangered species. Federal agencies have the responsibility to ensure that no adverse effects to a protected species or habitat occur from actions under Federal assistance awards and conduct the reviews required under the Endangered Species Act, as applicable. g. The Coastal Zone Management Act (16 U.S.C. §§ 1451 et seq.) Funded projects must be consistent with a coastal State's approved management program for the coastal zone. h. The Coastal Barriers Resources Act (16 U.S.C. §§ 3501 et seq.) Only in certain circumstances can Federal funding be provided for actions within a Coastal Barrier System. i. The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. §§ 1271 et seq.) This Act applies to awards that may affect existing or proposed components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers system. j. The Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended, (42 U.S.C. §§ 300f et seq.) This Act precludes Federal assistance for any project that the EPA determines may contaminate a sole source aquifer which threatens public health. L The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (42 U.S.C. §§ 6901 et seq.) This Act regulates the generation, transportation, treatment, and disposal of hazardous wastes, and provides that non -Federal entities give preference in their procurement programs to the purchase of recycled products pursuant to EPA guidelines. 1. The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA, commonly known as Superfund) (42 U.S.C. §§ 9601 et seq.) and the Community Environmental Response Facilitation Act (42 U.S.C. § 9601 note et seq.) These requirements address responsibilities related to hazardous substance releases, threatened releases and environmental cleanup. There are also reporting and community involvement requirements designed to ensure disclosure of the release or disposal of regulated substances and cleanup of hazards to state and local emergency responders. m. Executive Order 12898 ("Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low -Income Populations") Federal agencies are required to identify and address the disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects of Federal programs, policies, and activities on low income and minority populations. n. The Magnuson -Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. § 1801 et seq.) Non -Federal entities must identify to DOC any effects the award may have on essential fish habitat (EFH). Federal agencies which fund, permit, or carry out activities that may adversely impact EFH are required to consult with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) regarding the potential effects of their actions and respond in writing to NMFS recommendations. These recommendations may include measures to avoid, minimize, mitigate, or otherwise offset adverse effects on EFH. In addition, NMFS is required to comment on any state agency activities that would impact EFH. Provided the specifications outlined in the regulations are met, EFH consultations will be incorporated into interagency procedures previously established under NEPA, the ESA, Clean Water Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, or other applicable statutes. o. Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404 (33 U.S.C. § 1344) Page 43