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    OCIR serves as EPA's principal point of contact with Congress, states and local governments. The Office serves as the liaison with these constituencies on the agency's major programs as well as on intergovernmental issues.

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Correspondence from members of Congress or governors may be sent via electronic mail to appropriate contacts within EPA’s Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Relations or to OCIRmail@epa.gov for processing.  Thank you.

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Last updated on May 20, 2025
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