News from May 2023
EPA Encourages Sun Safety on ‘Don’t Fry Day’ as America Heads Into Holiday Weekend
By EPA Newswire | May 27, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON — Today, before the Memorial Day long weekend, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), along with the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, is recognizing the 15th “Don’t Fry Day” to encourage Americans to take a few simple steps to protect their skin and eye health while outdoors. ...
“House of Representatives” published by the Congressional Record in the Daily Digest section on May 23
By EPA Newswire | May 28, 2023
“House of Representatives“ was published in the Daily Digest section on pages D491-D492 on May 23
Public notices: Environmental Protection Agency publishes 6 in week ending May 13
By EPA Newswire | May 28, 2023
There were six notices published by the Environmental Protection Agency in week ending May 13, according to the Federal Register.
EPA Awards Nearly $2.5M for Research to Assess Perchlorate after Firework Events
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $2,499,579 in research grant funding to Texas Tech University for research on the behavior of perchlorate after fireworks events near water sources.
Federal and State Agencies Prepare for Hurricane Season in Corpus Christi
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
This week, agencies from the federal government and the state of Texas will participate in a hurricane-preparedness exercise in and around Corpus Christi, Texas, from May 22-26.
EPA Releases Annual Air Report, Highlighting Trends through 2022
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual interactive report tracking America’s progress in controlling air pollution. “Our Nation’s Air:
DOE Launches New Energy Earthshot to Decarbonize Transportation and Industrial Sectors
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the launch of the Clean Fuels & Products ShotTM, a new initiative that aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) from carbon-based fuels and products critical to our way of life.
Watts Regulator Company pays penalty under settlement with EPA for alleged violations of product safety law
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Watts Regulator Company for alleged violations of federal law related to sale or distribution of misbranded water filtration devices and importation of pesticides into the United States.
EPA Takes Action to Protect Sandberg Creek and Fines Newburg Egg Processing Corp. for Violating Clean Water Act
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has settled an administrative case against Newburg Egg Processing Corp. for allegedly failing to meet standards in the wastewater it treats and sends to a wastewater treatment plant.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $9 Million Through Investing in America Agenda for Cleanup and Technical Assistance at Polluted Brownfield Sites in South Carolina
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $9 Million from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to expedite the assessment and cleanup of brownfield sites in South Carolina while advancing environmental justice.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $1.99M going to District of Columbia Through Investing in America Agenda for Cleaning up Polluted Brownfield Sites
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $1,996,589 going to the District of Columbia from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to expedite the assessment and cleanup of brownfield sites in the District while advancing environmental justice.
EPA awards $979,222 for cleanup and revitalization of McGinnis Gym property in Buena Vista, Colorado
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding will address contamination and restore historic gym for community use
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $7.25M for Cleanup and Assessment at Polluted Brownfields Sites in Vermont
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
EPA announces the largest investment ever in brownfields communities made by President Biden's Investing in America Agenda
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $4,179,495 Through Investing in America Agenda for Cleanup and Technical Assistance at Polluted Brownfield Sites in Alabama
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
EPA announces the largest investment ever in brownfields communities made by President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda
Biden-Harris Administration Announces over $2.7 Million Through Investing in America Agenda for Cleanup and Technical Assistance at Polluted Brownfield Sites in North Carolina
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced over $2.7 Million from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to expedite the assessment and cleanup of brownfield sites in North Carolina while advancing environmental justice.
EPA selects 7 Washington projects to receive $4.5 million to assess and clean up contaminated brownfields sites
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
EPA announces the largest investment ever in Brownfields communities made by President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda
New upcoming grant opportunity to enhance Environmental Justice in EPA Region 8 communities
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
EPA previews new grant opportunity for technical assistance for organizations and communities in the Region 8 states of CO, MT, ND, SD, UT, WY and 28 Tribes.
EPA to Award Over $10 Million in Grants to Support Water Quality Monitoring at Beaches to Protect Public Health
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $10.6 million in grant funding to help coastal and Great Lakes communities protect the health of beachgoers this summer.
EPA to award over $1 million in grants to support water quality monitoring at Mid-Atlantic beaches to protect swimmers’ health
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced over $1 million in grant funding to help protect public health in coastal and Great Lakes beach communities in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
Statement on Supreme Court Decision in Sackett V. Epa
By EPA Newswire Report | May 29, 2023
“As a public health agency, EPA is committed to ensuring that all people, regardless of race, the money in their pocket, or community they live in, have access to clean, safe water. We will never waver from that responsibility.