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  • 2021-00834 — Draft National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Pesticide General Permit for Point Source Discharges From the Application of Pesticides; Reissuance
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 4070
    Reading Time:about 15 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA wants to hear what people think about a new plan for how pesticides sprayed in water should be managed, replacing an older plan from 2016. They hope to make the final decision by the end of October, and people can share their thoughts online until March 16, 2021.

  • 2024-29657 — Final National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Pesticide General Permit for Point Source Discharges From the Application of Pesticides; Reissuance
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102134
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA has made a new rule about how people can use pesticides near water, starting in 2026. This rule is a bit like a set of safe instructions to make sure the water stays clean, and it mostly keeps the old rules the same but adds some new details.