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About EPA's Regions
Lead Region Process
The lead region system is an important vehicle to insure Regional input is sought and considered in the work of EPA. The current lead region structure has been in place since June 1984.
The purpose of the "lead region" system is to ensure the quality of Agency decisions by providing an organized, consistent and effective regional role in all the major phases of Agency decision-making. Assigned lead regions are responsible for working with their respective National Program Managers (NPMs) to identify and synthesize the concerns of all ten regions into a "regional view" that can be effectively factored into Agency decision-making. NPMs are responsible for soliciting and incorporating input from their lead Regions on major policy, regulatory and resource decisions.
Lead Region and Coordinators (PDF) (1 pg, 45K, About PDF)