This reform supports effective State and Tribal voluntary cleanup programs and promotes cooperation between States, Tribes, and Regions.
MOAs allow parties to work together to support protective cleanups and sustainable redevelopment.
However, EPA will continue to work on developing agreements with State and Tribal voluntary cleanup programs. EPA's Brownfields Program anticipates continuing this funding. In conjunction with the Brownfields Initiative, this reform also aims to provide limited financial assistance to such programs. Reform Status Implementation of this reform is complete. EPA will continue cooperative agreement awards to States in FY 2001.