The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is an agency of the U.S. government established to enforce federal pollution abatement laws and implement various pollution prevention programs. The EPA regulates various environmental aspects, including air and water quality, waste management, pesticide usage, and industrial pollution.
Ginnie Mae, or the Government National Mortgage Association, provides guarantees for mortgage-backed securities, ensuring a steady flow of capital into the housing market.
The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is a federal agency created to address national housing needs and to improve and develop the nation's communities by providing access to affordable housing opportunities and overseeing fair housing practices.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a federal agency created in 1934 to enforce securities laws and regulate the securities industry, protect investors, maintain fair and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation.
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