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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of comments on Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) from other federal agencies, as required by the Clean Air Act. These comments can be accessed online. The document lists two finalized EISs, one by the Texas Department of Transportation regarding the SH 68 project and another by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pertaining to operations in the Willamette Valley. The review periods for both statements end on May 12, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve two updates to the State Implementation Plan (SIP) from Texas. These updates detail how the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston-Galveston-Brazoria areas meet the Clean Air Act requirements for enhanced vehicle inspection and maintenance, as well as rules for controlling new sources of air pollution. Texas has shown that the measures already in place comply with federal guidelines for areas struggling with serious ozone pollution. The public can submit comments on this proposal until March 31, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it received applications for the registration of new pesticide products containing active ingredients not currently used in any registered pesticides. This notice invites public comments on these applications, which fall under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). People or organizations involved in agriculture, food manufacturing, or pesticide production may be particularly interested in this notice. Comments must be submitted by March 11, 2021, following specific instructions provided by the EPA.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of its interim registration review decision for a pesticide called dicrotophos. This decision is part of a regular process where the EPA reviews pesticides to ensure they are safe for use and do not have unreasonable adverse effects on human health or the environment. The public can view the documents related to this review and submit comments via the EPA's online docket. This decision was made under the authority of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), which requires pesticide registrations to be reviewed every 15 years.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians' application to build and operate the Viejas Pit Stop, a new gasoline station, on their reservation in California. This approval is part of the EPA's Tribal Minor New Source Review Program, which ensures air quality standards are met. The EPA determined that the proposed gasoline station met all necessary criteria and is eligible for coverage under the existing permit. This decision is a final agency action that can be reviewed judicially only to confirm if the station qualifies for the permit.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing new rules for the use of certain chemical substances under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). These rules, known as Significant New Use Rules (SNURs), require entities to notify EPA at least 90 days before starting activities considered significant new uses of these chemicals. The EPA will then assess these uses for potential risks. The proposed rules aim to ensure new chemical substances are safely manufactured and processed, protecting human health and the environment.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it received applications to register new pesticide products containing active ingredients not found in any currently registered products. This announcement invites the public to review and comment on these applications by April 28, 2025. The notice includes information about the applicants, the new active ingredients, and how the public can participate in the commenting process. The EPA emphasizes that receiving these applications does not imply any decisions have been made regarding their approval.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule to approve part of Louisiana's State Implementation Plan (SIP) for meeting air quality standards related to sulfur dioxide (SO₂), following the Clean Air Act guidelines. The plan addresses interstate air pollution transport, ensuring emissions from Louisiana do not significantly harm air quality in neighboring states. The EPA's review found no significant contribution to air pollution issues in nearby states and supports the proposal to approve Louisiana's SIP. Public comments on this proposal are invited until May 9, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reopened the comment period for a proposed rule to revoke most tolerances for chlorpyrifos residues, as first published in the Federal Register on December 10, 2024. This proposed rule does not affect chlorpyrifos use on certain crops like alfalfa, apple, and tart cherry, among others. The reopening extends the deadline for public comments to March 24, 2025, allowing stakeholders more time to respond. This action follows requests from stakeholders and offers additional time for reviewing materials related to the proposal.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a notice regarding the availability of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) received between March 17, 2025, and March 24, 2025. According to the Clean Air Act's Section 309(a), the EPA must publish its feedback on EISs released by other federal agencies. The notice includes information about a draft EIS for the Fulton Elliott-Chelsea Redevelopment Project in New York, with an opportunity for public comment until May 12, 2025. For more details, the EPA provides access to its comments on EISs online.