Public

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-022691",
  "term": "Public",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The term \"the public\" is used in the Policy in the broadest sense, meaning the general population of the United States. Many segments of \"the public\" may have a particular interest in or may be affected by, Agency programs and decisions. In addition to private individuals, \"the public\" includes, but is not limited to: Representatives of consumer, environmental and other advocacy groups; Environmental justice groups; Indigenous peoples; Minority and ethnic groups; Business and industrial interests, including small businesses; Elected and appointed public officials; News media; Trade, industrial, agricultural and labor organizations; Public health, scientific, and professional representatives and societies; Civic and community associations; Faith-based organizations; Research, university, education and governmental organizations and associations.\n\n2. The public.\n\n3. Any person except employees or contractors at the stationary source.\n\n4. All persons present in a particular area.",
  "subject": "Policy and guidance",
  "references": [
    "Public Involvement Terms & Definitions",
    "40 CFR 68.3 (CFR 2013)",
    "Chesapeake Bay Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/public/"
}