Summary

This regulation mandates that recipients of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grants and cooperative agreements adhere to the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, ensuring a drug-free environment as per the guidelines set by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). It specifies notification protocols for both organizational and individual recipients regarding criminal drug convictions, requiring them to inform the relevant EPA award official. Additionally, it outlines the responsibilities of EPA awarding officials and designates the EPA Administrator or their designee to determine violations and enforce compliance with these requirements.

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