The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a rule following a notification from Louisiana. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality declared that no existing incinerators within the state are subject to certain federal emissions guidelines under the Clean Air Act for Other Solid Waste Incineration units. This declaration means Louisiana does not have to submit a plan for controlling these pollutants. The EPA intends to update its regulations to reflect this declaration, and public comments on this proposal are due by March 26, 2021.
Simple Explanation
The state of Louisiana told the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that it doesn't have the type of trash-burning machines that need special air pollution rules. So, the EPA is thinking about updating its rules because Louisiana doesn't need a plan for these machines.