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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced a disaster declaration for rural areas in Pennsylvania due to Tropical Storm Debby, which occurred from August 8 to August 10, 2024. Residents and businesses in the affected counties, Clearfield and Indiana, can apply for disaster loans through February 11, 2025, for physical damages and until September 15, 2025, for economic injuries. Applications can be submitted online via the MySBA Loan Portal. For more assistance, contact the SBA's disaster assistance customer service center.

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission has released a list of projects that have been registered for grandfathering. These projects were registered during December 2020 and cover various locations primarily in Pennsylvania and New York. The registration pertains to public water supply systems and golf courses, ensuring they meet specific regulatory requirements. The notice provides details on each project's location, the issuing authority, and the issue date of the registration certificates.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a revision to Pennsylvania's state implementation plan (SIP) to ensure that ozone levels in the Clearfield and Indiana Counties meet the 1997 8-hour ground-level ozone standard through 2029. This plan, submitted by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, includes steps to maintain air quality, such as regular monitoring, an emissions inventory, and a contingency plan to address potential violations. EPA is inviting public comments on this proposal, which aligns with the requirements of the Clean Air Act.

The EPA has finalized a rule reclassifying parts of Cambria and Westmoreland Counties in Pennsylvania as "nonattainment" areas for sulfur dioxide (SO2) air quality standards set in 2010. This decision is based on air dispersion modeling that shows violations of the standards. These areas were previously classified as "attainment/unclassifiable" and "unclassifiable." With this new designation, Pennsylvania is required to create a plan to reduce SO2 levels to meet health and safety standards over the next few years.

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission has announced a public hearing scheduled for April 24, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This hearing will be held both in person and via telephone, allowing the public to share their opinions on specific projects listed in the notice. This is the only opportunity for oral comments, with written comments due by May 5, 2025. The projects under discussion include various applications for water usage and withdrawal across different counties in Pennsylvania and New York. The commission encourages interested parties to pre-register for the hearing to provide oral comments.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve Pennsylvania's state implementation plan to maintain air quality standards for ozone in the York-Adams area. This plan, submitted by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, aims to uphold the 1997 standard for ozone until 2028, ensuring the region does not exceed limits set for air pollutants. The plan includes specific actions Pennsylvania will take to monitor and manage ozone levels, as well as steps to quickly address any potential violations. Public comments on this proposal are welcomed before final approval.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a notice about a recommendation from the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC). The recommendation suggests that Pennsylvania should be required to limit nitrogen oxide (NOX) emissions from coal-fired power plants, ensuring that existing pollution control technologies are optimized daily during the ozone season. The goal of these measures is to help reduce pollution and ensure that areas downwind, like Philadelphia and New York City, can meet national air quality standards. The public is invited to submit comments on this recommendation by March 8, 2021, and a public hearing will be held on February 2, 2021.

Rover Pipeline LLC has applied for permission to expand its natural gas facilities in Pennsylvania, specifically the Bulger Compressor Station and Harmon Creek Meter Station. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) plans to prepare an environmental assessment for this project, with the review expected to be completed by May 5, 2025. If the environmental assessment is completed on time, federal agencies will have until August 4, 2025, to make their decisions regarding necessary approvals. This project will help ensure that natural gas delivery requests from Range Resources—Appalachia LLC are met efficiently.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to Pennsylvania's state implementation plan (SIP) to implement reasonably available control technology (RACT) for major sources of nitrogen oxides (NOX) and volatile organic compounds (VOC). These changes are aimed at reducing ozone pollution under the 1997 and 2008 national air quality standards. Pennsylvania submitted these revisions to establish RACT for eight specific sources out of the nine initially proposed. This proposal is part of efforts to ensure cleaner air and better public health by meeting federal Clean Air Act requirements.

Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc. (EGTS) submitted a request to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for authorization to build and operate parts of a natural gas pipeline system, called the Capital Area Project, aimed at increasing gas capacity in parts of Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. FERC is preparing an environmental assessment (EA) scheduled for release on August 8, 2025, followed by a 30-day comment period. While many public comments support the Project, some call for a more detailed environmental impact statement due to its community and environmental implications. FERC provides resources and support to help the public participate in the review process.