EPA Newswire News
Pesticide Registration Review; Draft Human Health and/or Ecological Risk Assessments for Peroxy Compounds; Notice of Availability discussed on April 6 by Environmental Protection Agency
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
The US Environmental Protection Agency published a two page notice on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
The EPA and Seal Shield, LLC reach a settlement for alleged violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
News Release: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (April 6, 2023) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a settlement with Seal Shield, LLC (Seal Shield), headquartered in the state of Florida, for alleged violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). As part of the settlement, ...
EPA Orders Six Illinois Drinking Water Suppliers to Comply with Requirements of America’s Water Infrastructure Act
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
News Release: CHICAGO (April 6, 2023) – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued orders to drinking water systems in Justice, Millstadt, Harrisburg, Brownstown and Bridgeport, Illinois, and the University of Illinois in Champaign for failing to meet requirements under America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018. EPA took action to ensure all six systems certify their emergency response plans and the city of Harrisburg certifies its risk assessment.
Biden-Harris Administration Proposes to Strengthen Standards for Chemical and Polymers Plants, Dramatically Reduce Cancer Risks from Air Toxics
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON – Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposal to significantly reduce hazardous air pollutants from chemical plants, including the highly toxic chemicals ethylene oxide (EtO) and chloroprene. The reductions would dramatically reduce the number of people with elevated ...
EPA Highlights Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Cleanup of Legacy Contamination in Ottawa, Illinois
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
News Release: CHICAGO (April 6, 2023) – Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency was joined by elected officials to highlight $90 million to clean up the remaining area contaminated with radium as part of the Ottawa Radiation Areas site in Ottawa, Illinois. The funding is part of approximately $1 billion under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) to start new cleanup projects at 22 Superfund sites and expedite over 100 other ongoing cleanups across the country.
Environmental Protection Agency discusses Pesticide Registration Review; Pesticide Dockets Opened for Review and Comment; Notice of Availability on April 6
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
The US Environmental Protection Agency published a two page notice on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
EPA Orders Valero Refining to Improve Chemical Safety at Benicia, CA Refinery
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Valero Refining-California to resolve violations of the Clean Air Act's Chemical Accident Prevention regulations at their Benicia Refinery. The company will pay a $1,224,550 penalty and make changes to improve process safety at the refinery.
Environmental Protection Agency discusses Air Plan Approval: Iowa; Electronic Submittal of Air Quality Information on April 6
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
The US Environmental Protection Agency published a three page rule on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
What did Environmental Protection Agency publish on April 6?
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
The US Environmental Protection Agency published a three page notice on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
EPA Seeks Input on Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources and Emission Guidelines for Existing Sources: Other Solid Waste Incineration Units Review
By EPA Newswire | Apr 7, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting small businesses, small governments, and small not-for-profit organizations to participate as Small Entity Representatives (SERs) for a Small Business Advocacy Review (SBAR) Panel. This Panel will focus on the Agency’s development ...
EPA and DOE Honor 2023 Energize Delaware as ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: PHILADELPHIA (April 5, 2023) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Mid-Atlantic Region and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) are honoring Energize Delaware in Dover, Delaware as an ENERGY STAR partner for their outstanding leadership in promoting energy efficiency and tackling climate change.
E&C GOP Presses SAMHSA for Details on Covid Spending, Suicide Hotline Rollout, Support for Treating Serious Mental Illness, and New Office of Recovery
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA) sent a letter to Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon, the Assistant Secretary for Mental...
Rep. Miller-Meeks Seeks Stakeholder Feedback to Reform CDC Following Years of Consistent Failures and Broken Trust
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Energy and Commerce Committee member Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) today released a request for information (RFI) to health care industry stakeholders seeking insight to reform and improve the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
EPA Fines Bobalee Inc. in Iowa for Alleged Hazardous Waste Violations
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: LENEXA, KAN. (APRIL 5, 2023) – Bobalee Inc. in Laurens, Iowa, will pay $26,534 in civil penalties to resolve alleged violations of the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
Biden-Harris Administration Proposes to Strengthen the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards for Power Plants
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON – Today, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed to strengthen and update the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) for coal-fired power plants, achieving important hazardous air pollutant emissions reductions and ensuring standards reflect the latest advancements in pollution ...
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $62.28M for Drinking Water Infrastructure Upgrades in Delaware
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: PHILADELPHIA (April 5, 2023) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $62,283,000 to Delaware for upgrades to essential drinking water infrastructure. Thanks to a $6 billion boost from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA is increasing investments available through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) to rebuild the nation’s water infrastructure.
EPA and DOE Honor 2023 ENERGY STAR® Partners of the Year Award Winners in Maryland
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: PHILADELPHIA (April 5, 2023) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Mid-Atlantic Region and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) are honoring eight ENERGY STAR partners in Maryland for their outstanding leadership in promoting energy efficiency and tackling climate change.
Rodgers and Cruz Request Answers from FCC on Action Effectively Blocking Planned Standard General Acquisition of TEGNA
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) are seeking answers to a decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that effectively blocks the Standard General-TEGNA transaction.
Environmental Protection Agency discusses National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Consumer Confidence Report Rule Revisions on April 5
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
The US Environmental Protection Agency published a two page proposed rule on April 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
E&C GOP Presses SAMHSA for Details on Covid Spending, Suicide Hotline Rollout, Support for Treating Serious Mental Illness, and New Office of Recovery
By EPA Newswire | Apr 6, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA) sent a letter to Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon, the Assistant Secretary for Mental...