The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved updates to New Jersey's State Implementation Plan (SIP) regarding regulations for minor source facilities and major source facilities without an operating permit. These revisions aim to ensure that the National Ambient Air Quality Standards are met and improve air quality in New Jersey by aligning federal and state regulations. The approval includes most of New Jersey's submitted rule revisions but excludes certain odor and affirmative defense provisions. The rule takes effect on March 31, 2025, following a period where no public comments were received on the proposed changes.
Simple Explanation
The EPA gave a thumbs up to New Jersey's plan to make sure the air is cleaner by updating some rules. They planned to skip a few rules about smells but didn't say why.