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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting public comments on a proposed draft permit, the 2021 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) pesticide general permit. This permit authorizes point source discharges from pesticide applications to U.S. waters, replacing the 2016 permit. The draft retains the same requirements and conditions as the 2016 version, with minor updates. Public comments must be submitted by March 16, 2021, through the federal eRulemaking portal, and the final version is expected to be issued by October 31, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued the 2021 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for stormwater discharges from industrial activities. This permit replaces the expired 2015 MSGP and covers eligible operators in areas where the EPA is the permitting authority, including states, Indian country lands, and U.S. territories. The new permit introduces changes such as streamlined language, public signs for permit coverage, and new monitoring requirements. It will be effective from March 1, 2021, and lasts for five years, aiming to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a change to the 2022 Construction General Permit (CGP) to include coverage for construction projects in Lands of Exclusive Federal Jurisdiction. This adjustment is needed because the original permit didn't cover these areas, leaving certain projects without the required permit coverage. The modification aims to clarify the requirements for projects that discharge water into these lands and ensure all such projects can gain coverage, especially in specific national parks and federal jurisdictions. The EPA is asking for public comments on the proposed changes, and feedback can be submitted until January 13, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved Tennessee's request to update some of its authorized programs to allow for electronic reporting. This change is part of the Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule (CROMERR) which ensures electronic documents are as reliable as paper ones. The Tennessee Department of Environmental Conservation (TDEC) will begin using electronic systems for reporting under specific parts of the EPA regulations, like the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). These updates were confirmed after TDEC showed they had the legal ability to implement these electronic systems.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued the final 2026 Pesticide General Permit (2026 PGP), which will be effective from October 31, 2026, and expire on October 30, 2031. This permit replaces the existing 2021 PGP and authorizes certain discharges from pesticide applications into U.S. waters, following specific conditions. The permit applies nationwide where the EPA has authority and retains most of the previous rules but includes some updates and clarifications. It reflects input from tribal consultations and public comments, yet the EPA anticipates minimal additional cost for permit holders under the new requirements.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to renew the 2022 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Construction General Permit (CGP) for stormwater discharges from construction activities. This renewal request, which is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process, is necessary as the current permit is set to expire on February 28, 2025. The public can comment on this proposal until March 31, 2025. The renewal will affect approximately 3,631 operators per year and involves changes like new questions and requirements for notices and inspections, contributing to an increased estimated cost of over $15 million per year.