Serving in the Army has given me a firsthand perspective on the importance of environmental protection laws like the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). These laws play a significant role in how the military handles hazardous waste and contamination. During my time stationed at Fort Benning, I became aware of several environmental compliance measures in place due to RCRA regulations. Units that handle hazardous materials, such as petroleum products, solvents, and cleaning agents, must follow strict protocols for storage, labeling, spill containment, and disposal. Regular inspections are conducted, and soldiers are trained to follow environmental SOPs to avoid violations and environmental damage. These requirements may seem tedious, but they help ensure our activities don't harm local ecosystems or endanger nearby communities. As for CERCLA, there is a well-known Superfund site at the former Fort Ord in California. While I haven't been stationed there, it serves as a major example of how CERCLA applies to military installations. The base was closed in the 1990s and has undergone extensive cleanup due to contamination from training ranges, fuel storage, and munitions. This highlights the long-term environmental footprint that military operations can leave