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Last Modified: 5/7/2008
Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet
 Click here for a statement from the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority on the death of Kentucky Derby runner-up Eight Belles. The Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet is dedicated to raising the standard of living for Kentucky families through economic growth that is environmentally responsible and sustainable. A healthy economy is fostered by a healthy environment and a healthy, safe and productive work force.
The EPPC is one of the most diverse cabinets within Kentucky state government. Consisting of four departments, the cabinet protects Kentucky's environment and manages our natural resources through the programs of the Department for Environmental Protection and Department for Natural Resources. The Department of Public Protection safeguards the citizens of Kentucky through the oversight of financial institutions, utility companies, insurance companies and agents, charitable gaming operations and horse racing in the state. The Department of Labor promotes the importance of a healthy and safe workplace and workforce through education and enforcement in a fair and equitable manner to employees and employers. The department also conducts wage hearings and issues wage determinations.
2008 Organizational Chart - (updated Jan. 3, 2008) This chart includes all major departments, divisions, commissions, boards and authorities.
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The Division of Compliance Assistance (DCA) was created to ensure that environmental compliance assistance is available to the regulated community. DCA serves as a "one-stop" location where people can find answers to their regulatory questions about environmental programs and find an ombudsman that will look out for their interests. Call DCA at 800-926-8111.
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Click on the Lake Cumberland executive summary (2007-2008) produced by the Governor's Interagency Service's Office for Lake Cumberland.
Update on Jewell Robbins -- go to OFI v. Robbins
For daily updates regarding wildland fire activities in Kentucky, see the Wildland Fire Situation Report Web page.
Black water spills result in environmental damage and pose a real threat to Kentucky citizens. Visit the black water spills Web page for information and who to call in the event of a discharge.
All cabinet publications can be found on the EPPC publications database. Search by specific cabinet topic or type in a keyword and click on "Display Publications."
Cabinet public notices and public meetings scheduled throughout Kentucky.
Go to the U.S. EPA Web site.
Improving the quality of life for all Kentuckians and enhancing Kentucky's economy while protecting Kentucky's environment, workers and the general public.
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Office of the Secretary
500 Mero Street
5th Floor, Capital Plaza Tower
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-564-3350 ext 214
Fax: 502-564-3354
E-mail: Cynthia.Schafer@ky.gov
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