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Steve Herman was a senior administrator for the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). [1] [2] [3] [4]
He is notable for playing an important role in several high-profile cases.[ clarification needed ][ citation needed ]
After leaving the EPA Herman became a director of Beveridge & Diamond. [3]
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In settling this case, the federal government has followed the basic principle that polluters will be required to pay for and correct the damage they cause, as well as prevent future damage," said Steve Herman, EPA's Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. "The agreement, which addresses air, water, and hazardous waste violations, reflects our commitment to address public health and environmental problems comprehensively and effectively.
Steve Herman is a Director in Beveridge & Diamond, P.C.’s Washington, D.C. Office, and the former Assistant Administrator for the Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance at the EPA.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
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