Hazardous waste management: an emerging policy area within an emerging federalism
The author examines the manner in which hazardous waste, already being labeled the major environmental issue of the 1980s, is being accommodated in a period of evolving intergovernmental relations. Hazardous waste is a technological problem with economic overtones and political consequences. The governmental mechanisms set up to tackle the issue are understandably complex and, some observers argue, fall short of the mark. Special attention is given to the pivotal role played by state governments. Devolution of operational responsibilities as well as policy making authority make the states important. Thus far, the evidence regarding state performance is mixed. Instances of policy innovation exist alongside of functional evasion. Interstate competition and limited financial resources remain confounding factors. Reconfigured federalism may emerge.
- Research Organization:
- Univ. of South Carolina, Columbia
- OSTI ID:
- 5654614
- Journal Information:
- Publius; (United States), Vol. 15:1
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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