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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a settlement with the Phillips 66 Company regarding the Horton Iron and Metal Superfund Site in Wilmington, North Carolina. This settlement aims to address the recovery of costs under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) for the site's cleanup and the expenses already incurred by the EPA. The public can comment on this proposal until April 2, 2025. If new information comes to light during this period, the EPA may adjust or retract the settlement agreement.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a proposed settlement regarding the Crest Rubber Superfund Site in Alliance, Ohio. This settlement involves Bridgestone and its related companies, who will pay over $1.4 million to the Hazardous Substance Superfund to cover past cleanup costs. The EPA seeks public comments on this proposal for 30 days following the notice's publication. Comments must include specific details and be submitted by the deadline to be considered.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve the reinstatement of two forms related to CERCLA (a federal environmental program). These forms are needed when someone wants to take action to clean up hazardous substances and then claim reimbursement from a special fund. The EPA is asking for public comments on this proposal before they submit it to the OMB. The total estimated cost of responding to this action is about $11,828.67 per year, and it would affect approximately two respondents annually.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposed settlement agreement with Blaylock Holdings, LLC, concerning the Mohawk Tannery Site in Nashua, New Hampshire. Under this agreement, Blaylock Holdings will conduct cleanup work at the site under EPA's supervision in exchange for protection from lawsuits related to existing contamination. The EPA is open to public comments on this agreement until March 15, 2021, and may amend or cancel the agreement based on the feedback received.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Partial Consent Decree with the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia concerning a lawsuit between the Government of Guam and the United States. In the lawsuit, Guam seeks to recover costs for environmental cleanup activities at the Ordot Dump Superfund Site under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The proposed decree requires Guam to pay $3.9 million plus interest to resolve claims for costs incurred up to August 10, 2022, while claims for costs after that date remain unresolved. The public can comment on this proposed agreement within 30 days of the notice's publication.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing a proposed settlement with William H. Trucking, LLC, concerning the Licking Chemical Spill Site in Licking County, Ohio. Under this settlement, the company will pay $300,000 for past cleanup costs related to the spill. The public is invited to submit comments on this settlement by January 16, 2025, through the online portal at regulations.gov. The EPA has reserved the right to alter or withdraw from the agreement if public comments reveal significant issues.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to submit a request to renew their information collection on episodes of oil and hazardous substance releases. This supports regulations under CERCLA and the Clean Water Act. The EPA is seeking public comments on the necessity and practicality of the information being collected, as well as ways to reduce the burden on responders. The required reporting helps the government determine if federal action is needed to protect public health and the environment.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree in a lawsuit concerning natural resource damages caused by Vigor Industrial, LLC and Exxon Mobil Corp. The lawsuit involves claims under environmental laws for damages in Seattle's Lower Duwamish River. The proposed settlement requires the defendants to carry out and maintain habitat restoration projects and pay $815,816.59 for assessment costs. Public comments on the proposed Consent Decree and the Draft Restoration Plan will be accepted for 30 days following the notice's publication.

The Department of Justice has proposed a consent decree related to a lawsuit filed against the Wisconsin Public Service Corporation under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The lawsuit seeks reimbursement for costs the U.S. government incurred due to hazardous substance releases at a site in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Through this agreement, the United States will not take further legal action against the company under certain environmental laws. The public has 30 days to submit comments regarding this decree and can request a public meeting in the affected area.

The Department of Justice has proposed a Consent Decree related to a lawsuit, United States v. Jarboe Realty & Investment, Co., concerning cleanup costs at a Superfund site in North St. Louis County, Missouri. Under the agreement, Jarboe Realty will pay $769,722.00 for past and future environmental response efforts led by the Army Corps of Engineers and the Department of Energy. In exchange, the company receives protection from further lawsuits concerning these costs. The public can comment on this proposed agreement within 30 days from the notice's publication date.