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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a virtual meeting of the Board of Scientific Counselors (BOSC) Executive Committee on January 27, 2021, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. through videoconference. The meeting will review the draft reports from the Homeland Security and Safe and Sustainable Water Resources subcommittees. The public must register by January 26 to attend, and the meeting is open to everyone. Comments, requests for the draft agenda, or to present at the meeting should be submitted by January 26, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its review under the Clean Air Act for perchloroethylene (PCE) dry cleaning facilities' emission standards but did not make changes to current regulations. This decision follows the Toxic Substance Control Act's recent rule to phase out PCE use in dry cleaning over the next ten years, starting with a ban on new machines and ending with a full phase-out. The EPA opted not to require additional controls because of this phaseout, rendering further revisions unnecessary. The action will not impact existing requirements and is not expected to significantly affect most dry cleaners economically.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final order to stop the use of a chemical called Tetrachlorvinphos (TCVP) on dogs, cats, and in kennels and dog houses. This decision was made after the company Chem-Tech, Ltd voluntarily requested to end these uses, and no public comments were received during the comment period that would change this decision. The order is effective from February 18, 2021, meaning that any sale, distribution, or use of products with TCVP must comply with the new rules. Existing stocks can still be used or sold until they run out, as long as it's done according to the existing labeling.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to gather information for the Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grant Program, which helps fund community-driven projects addressing environmental and health issues. This is a new information collection request and the EPA is seeking public comments for another 30 days. The grant program, supported by the Inflation Reduction Act, aims to direct resources to communities heavily affected by pollution and climate change. Participating groups must provide performance reports to guarantee responsible management of the allocated funds.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed modifications to existing rules concerning performance standards and emission guidelines for the oil and natural gas sector. They are making these changes in response to petitions asking for a reconsideration of the previous standards. Part of this proposal includes correcting the information collection estimates from an earlier rulemaking notice. The public has been invited to submit their comments on this proposal by March 3, 2025, through various methods, including an online portal or email.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision from South Carolina's Department of Health and Environmental Control. This revision updates the state's participation in the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR) emissions trading programs for nitrogen oxides (NOX) and sulfur dioxide (SO2). These programs are designed to help reduce air pollution that affects other states. The EPA believes the proposed changes align with federal requirements and do not impose new obligations beyond what state law already specifies.

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 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a revision to the state implementation plan (SIP) submitted by the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) for the District of Columbia. This revision addresses the Nonattainment New Source Review (NNSR) requirements related to the 2015 8-hour ozone standards for the Washington, DC-MD-VA Nonattainment Area. The EPA is seeking public comments on this proposal and has assured that the District’s plan meets all necessary air quality standards without adding extra regulations beyond what the state has implemented.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend the information collection related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Surface Coating of Metal Cans. This request is part of a routine process required to ensure compliance with air quality standards. The EPA is inviting public comments on this proposal until March 31, 2025. The information collected is crucial for verifying that facilities using significant quantities of surface coatings comply with air pollution regulations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to grant the State of Utah authorization for revisions to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). These changes meet all necessary requirements for final approval, and the EPA plans to enforce them through direct action, which is detailed in the "Rules and Regulations" section of the Federal Register. The EPA will also include Utah's authorized hazardous waste program in the Code of Federal Regulations. Comments on this proposal must be submitted by January 22, 2025. If no opposing comments are received, the rule will become effective as planned.