What kind of reports does the National Response Center specifically handle?

The National Response Center (NRC) specifically handles incident and spill reports because it serves as the federal government's primary point of contact for reporting hazardous materials spills and releases. The NRC operates under the authority of the U.S. Coast Guard and is responsible for coordinating the federal response to all hazardous substance releases, including spills of oil and other hazardous materials. This focus on incidents and spills allows the NRC to facilitate timely and effective responses to environmental hazards, ensuring that appropriate actions are taken to mitigate harm to public health and the environment.

The other options, while related to compliance and environmental management, do not directly align with the primary responsibilities of the NRC. Regulatory compliance reports monitor adherence to laws and regulations, accident investigation reports focus on analyzing the causes of specific events, and environmental impact assessments evaluate potential environmental consequences of projects or actions, none of which fall under the specialized purview of the NRC as it pertains to immediate response to actual incidents and spills.