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In the event of a release (or threatened release) of hazardous substances, EPA may reimburse local governments for expenses related to the release and associated emergency response measures. The Local Governments Reimbursement (LGR) Program provides a "safety net" of up to $25,000 per incident to local governments that do not have funds available to pay for response actions.

Applying for Reimbursement

• Determining Your Eligibility
• Requirements for Reimbursement
• Reimbursement Application

Local Government Reimbursement Awards

• Past Awards by Region lists LGR recipients by EPA region, state, and local area
• Success Stories from past LGR awards

For More Information

• Frequent Questions About Local Governments Reimbursement
• How Local Governments Can Recover Costs for Emergency Response to Hazardous Substances Release (2 pp, 811K, About PDF)
• Local Governments Reimbursement HelpLine
• Regional Emergency Management Contacts