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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to extend their existing information collection mandate under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 8(b) for TSCA Inventory Notifications. This extension is under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), as the current approval is valid until January 31, 2025. The request seeks public comments by February 3, 2025. The extension aims to continue recording chemicals manufactured or processed in the U.S., and the EPA must label these substances as “active” or “inactive” in commerce. The process involves minimal changes, resulting in a reduced time burden for respondents.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a new rule to approve changes to air quality regulations in California's Mojave Desert. These changes focus on reducing emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOX) from industrial equipment like boilers and heaters, which contribute to air pollution problems like smog and ozone. The updated rule, MDAQMD Rule 1157, sets stricter limits on these emissions and removes certain exemptions to align with federal standards. Public comments on this proposal are invited until January 27, 2025, and if approved, the rule will be added to the enforceable state implementation plan.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule granting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for potassium polyaspartate when used as an inert ingredient in pesticide formulations, at a maximum of 10% concentration pre-harvest. This decision means that there is no need to set a maximum legal limit for residues of this chemical in food, as it has been deemed safe. The rule is effective from March 20, 2025, and the EPA has reviewed scientific data to ensure that there is a reasonable certainty of no harm from aggregate exposure to potassium polyaspartate. The regulation does not directly affect states or tribal governments and aligns with federal standards without imposing additional mandates.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made an interim final decision to pause and delay imposing sanctions on the Sacramento Metro area under the Clean Air Act. This decision is based on a preliminary finding that the area has met the 2008 standard for ozone levels by the specified deadline of December 31, 2024. The public can submit comments on this decision until April 21, 2025. If the final decision confirms the area's attainment of air quality standards, previous sanctions will be lifted.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to renew their authority to collect information regarding Experimental Use Permits (EUPs) for pesticides. This collection helps the EPA decide whether to issue EUPs, which allow pesticide companies to temporarily use pesticides for research purposes before registration. The request will be reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and public comments are invited until February 10, 2021. The renewal does not impact prior estimates of the time or costs involved, which anticipate 567 hours of effort from 31 respondents, at a total cost of $37,497.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released the MOVES5 model, which is used to estimate emissions from vehicles like cars, trucks, and buses. This model is crucial for creating state implementation plans (SIPs) and transportation conformity analyses, and it incorporates the latest data and regulations on emissions. While it must be used immediately in SIP development, there's a two-year grace period until December 2026 for it to become mandatory in transportation conformity analyses outside of California. The EPA provides guidance and support materials to help users transition to MOVES5, ensuring they can accurately assess vehicle emissions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a change to the State Implementation Plan (SIP) submitted by Kentucky, which updates the status designations of areas within the state to align with federal standards for air quality. This update affects several National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and ensures that Kentucky's regulations are in line with the Clean Air Act. The changes impact designations for pollutants like ozone, particulate matter, and sulfur dioxide, confirming how these areas meet or do not meet federal air quality standards. The effective date of this rule is March 31, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established tolerances for residues of the pesticide tetraniliprole in various agricultural commodities. This regulation, effective February 24, 2021, sets specific limits on the amount of tetraniliprole that can be present in foods like vegetables, fruits, and nuts, to ensure safety under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). These tolerance levels were determined by evaluating the available scientific data and considering potential exposure risks, especially to infants and children. The EPA ensures that these tolerance levels are safe and align with international standards whenever possible.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to approve a State Implementation Plan (SIP) from Louisiana that aims to meet the air quality standards set by the Clean Air Act. Submitted on November 4, 2020, the plan addresses requirements to reduce emissions that affect visibility and pollution in neighboring states, fulfilling a previous shortcoming related to Prong 4, which involves visibility transport rules. With the approval of Louisiana's regional haze plan, the EPA believes the state now satisfies the necessary provisions for various pollutants, including ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter (PM2.5). The plan ensures that Louisiana's measures align with federal air quality standards and do not interfere with the air quality efforts of other states.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of a draft risk evaluation for the chemical 1,3-butadiene, carried out under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The agency is seeking public comments on the evaluation and will present it to the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) for peer review. Two virtual public meetings are scheduled in February 2025, one for preparation and the other for peer review, where members of the public can register to provide oral comments. The evaluation aims to assess the chemical's risks to human health and the environment, with particular attention to its cancer-causing properties and exposure effects on workers and the general population.