Documents/OPPTST/3: Program Coverage/3.1: Programmatic Services

3.1: Programmatic Services

Where tribes choose not to establish their own programs, OPPTS will work toward developing mechanisms for providing programmatic services to tribes, such as in the lead arena.

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Work Activity 3.1.1 OPPTS intends to explore options to provide ongoing funding to support tribal circuit rider programs. Work Activity 3.1.2 OPPTS intends to pilot two Direct Implementation Tribal Cooperative Agreements (DITCAs) with interested tribes to carry out agreed upon pesticides or toxics program services. Work Activity 3.1.3 OPPTS intends to pilot a “Center of Expertise” where interested tribes can obtain technical assistance with certain aspects of OPPTS programs and information. Work Activity 3.1.4 OPPTS intends to continue its work with EPA’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) and EPA regions on compliance and enforcement activities.

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