Which of the following associations correctly pairs the current law with its goal controlling water pollution?
A) Refuse Act (1899) - eliminates the discharge of pollutants into sanitary landfills
B) Clean Water Act (1987) - sets the amount of tax to charge polluters to pay for the cleanup
C) Safe Drinking Water Act (1974) - sets uniform federal standards for public drinking water supplies
D) Great Lakes Toxic Substance Control Agreement (1960) - regulates underground injection of wastes
E) All of these are correctly paired

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The Safe Drinking Water Act (1974) sets uniform federal standards for public drinking water supplies to ensure that they are safe and clean for human consumption. The Refuse Act (1899) prohibits the dumping of any refuse or pollutants into navigable waters without a permit. The Clean Water Act (1972) regulates the discharge of pollutants into the nation's surface waters, including lakes, rivers, and coastal areas. The Great Lakes Toxic Substance Control Agreement (1978) aims to reduce toxic pollutants in the Great Lakes by regulating their use, storage, and disposal. Therefore, option C is the correct association.

Which of the Following Associations Correctly Pairs the Current Law