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Availability of the Draft IRIS Toxicological Review of Perfluorodecanoic Acid [PFDA, CASRN 335-76-2] and Related Salts discussed on April 10 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a two page notice on April 10, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


EPA Fines Weiler Inc. in Iowa for Alleged Hazardous Waste Violations

News Release: LENEXA, KAN. (APRIL 10, 2023) – Weiler Inc. in Knoxville, Iowa, will pay $54,488 in civil penalties to resolve alleged violations of the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.


“PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS” published by the Congressional Record in the House section on April 6

The House section of the Congressional Record published “PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS” on April 6.


Los Angeles Businessman, Utah Fuel Plant Operators and Employees Sentenced to Prison for Billion-dollar Biofuel Tax Fraud Scheme

News Release: WASHINGTON — Five individuals were sentenced this week to prison for their roles in a $1 billion biofuel tax conspiracy: Lev Aslan Dermen, aka Levon Termendzhyan, 56, was sentenced to 40 years; Jacob Kingston, 46, was sentenced to 18 years; Isaiah Kingston, 42, was sentenced to 12 years; Rachel Kingston, 67, was sentenced to seven years; and Sally Kingston, 45, was sentenced to six years.


Unified command responds to vessel fire in Tacoma, Washington

News Release: Unified command responds to vessel fire in Tacoma, Washington SEATTLE (April 9, 2023) — The Tacoma Fire Department, the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Washington Department of Ecology and other agencies are continuing their response to the fishing vessel, Kodiak Enterprise, that caught fire early Saturday morning while moored at Trident Seafoods in the Hylebos Waterway in Tacoma.


Environmental Protection Agency publishes 21 notices in week ending March 25

There were 21 notices published by the Environmental Protection Agency in week ending March 25, according to the Federal Register.


Determination To Defer Sanctions; California; Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District discussed on April 7 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a four page rule on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Pesticide Registration Review; Decisions and Case Closures for Several Pesticides; Notice of Availability discussed on April 7 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a two page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Environmental Protection Agency discusses Air Plan Approval; California; Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District on April 7

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a three page proposed rule on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


EPA Region 4 Announces 2023 Pollution Prevention Recognition Awards Program

News Release: ATLANTA (Apr. 7, 2023) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Region 4 announces the 2023 Pollution Prevention (P2) Recognition Awards Program. EPA Region 4 will recognize organizations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and tribal lands within the boundaries of Region 4 for demonstrated leadership in innovative P2 practices.



EPA and DOE Honor 2023 ENERGY STAR® Partners of the Year Award Winners in Pennsylvania

News Release: PHILADELPHIA (April 7, 2023) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Mid-Atlantic Region and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) are honoring seven ENERGY STAR partners in Pennsylvania for their outstanding leadership in promoting energy efficiency and tackling climate change.


Environmental Protection Agency discusses Environmental Impact Statements; Notice of Availability on April 7

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a one page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


EPA Celebrates Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding at Wichita Event

News Release: Officials from EPA Region 7 were joined by state and city representatives to highlight funding for Superfund sites in Kansas LENEXA, KAN. (APRIL 7, 2023) – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 officials were joined by representatives from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), City of Wichita, and Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA) to recognize the second wave of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for Superfund sites in Kansas.


EPA and Indonesian Ministry of Environment and Forestry Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Enhance Environmental Cooperation

News Release: JAKARTA, INDONESIA — This week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Indonesian Ministry of Environment and Forestry (MOEF) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation on environmental protection and climate action.


Environmental Protection Agency discusses Pesticide Registration Review; Proposed Decisions for Several Pesticides; Notice of Availability on April 6

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a two page notice on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Air Plan Partial Disapproval and Partial Approval; Tennessee; Revisions to Startup, Shutdown, and Malfunction Rules discussed on April 6 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a seven page proposed rule on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


EPA announces $4 million for Washington to tackle climate pollution

News Release: Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $3 million to develop innovative strategies to cut climate pollution and build clean energy economies across Washington. Additionally, the Seattle metro area was allotted $1 million. “This funding sends a clear message that everyone deserves a ...


Good Neighbor Environmental Board discussed on April 6 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a one page notice on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


EPA Region 7 to Present Pollution Prevention Award to Grandview Cabinetry in Parsons, Kansas

News Release: EPA hosts virtual award ceremony, opens application period for 2023 Pollution Prevention Awards LENEXA, KAN. (APRIL 6, 2023) – Grandview Cabinetry in Parsons, Kansas, has been selected to receive an EPA Region 7 2022 Pollution Prevention Award.