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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for site remediation. The request seeks to extend the approval of these standards, which mandate compliance for facilities dealing with hazardous air pollutants. It involves regular reports and record-keeping from affected facilities to ensure adherence to environmental regulations. The EPA is accepting public comments on this request until March 31, 2025, which reflects an increase in the estimated burden due to more facilities now being subject to these rules.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a new rule regarding emissions from mercury cell chlor-alkali plants. This proposal aims to address standards for mercury and chlorine emissions to ensure they do not pose an unacceptable risk to public health or the environment. The EPA suggests that current practices at the one remaining operating facility sufficiently minimize emissions through monitoring and work procedures, but is also soliciting comments on technological advances and more stringent measures, like prohibiting mercury use altogether. Additionally, changes are proposed for record-keeping, electronic reporting, and ensuring emissions controls are effective during startup and shutdown periods. Public input is requested to ensure standards are protective and realistic.