Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of Executive Order 11990 (EO 11990)?

  1. It sets procedures for federal agencies impacting wetlands

  2. It regulates private property usage nationally

  3. It details emergency response strategies for natural disasters

  4. It outlines international agreements on environmental standards

The correct answer is: It sets procedures for federal agencies impacting wetlands

Executive Order 11990 (EO 11990) was issued in 1977 by President Jimmy Carter in order to establish procedures for federal agencies to follow when undertaking projects that could impact wetlands. This order aims to ensure that federal agencies consider potential environmental impacts before proceeding with a project. Option B is incorrect because this executive order does not regulate private property usage. Option C is incorrect because this executive order is not specific to emergency response strategies for natural disasters. Option D is incorrect because this executive order does not pertain to international agreements on environmental standards.