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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released an updated guide to help pesticide registrants translate certain sections of their product labels into Spanish. This guide, called the Spanish Translation Guide for Pesticide Labeling (STGPL), is designed to ensure that Spanish-speaking individuals can understand the health and safety information on pesticide labels. The update follows amendments made by the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act of 2022, requiring the inclusion of Spanish translations on pesticide labels starting from December 29, 2025. While registrants are not strictly bound to use the exact language from the guide, they must ensure that their translations are accurate and true.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved changes requested by the State of New Hampshire to revise its authorized programs to enable electronic reporting. These updates to the programs under the EPA aim to streamline processes by allowing electronic submissions instead of paper-based ones. The approval is part of the Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule (CROMERR), which ensures electronic reports are as reliable as physical documents. New Hampshire residents or organizations can request a public hearing on this decision within 30 days of its announcement in the Federal Register.

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 announced its decision to partially grant California's request to amend regulations for diesel-fueled Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs). These amendments include various requirements, such as using specific refrigerants and transitioning to zero-emission refrigeration units. However, the EPA did not make a decision on the mandate for owners to switch a portion of their diesel truck TRU fleet to zero-emission technology by a specific date. The EPA's decision follows a review of California's standards to ensure they protect public health and comply with federal regulations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving a request from Illinois to change the air quality status of Alton Township in Madison County from nonattainment to attainment for the 2010 sulfur dioxide (SO2) National Ambient Air Quality Standard. This decision is based on proven improvements in air quality due to reduced SO2 emissions. Along with the redesignation, Illinois' maintenance plan has been approved to ensure the area continues to meet air quality standards. This final rule will take effect on January 29, 2025.

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.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided to withdraw a rule about the disposal of coal combustion residuals (CCR) from electric utilities because they received negative feedback. This rule, titled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Legacy CCR Surface Impoundments; Correction," was originally published on January 16, 2025. Although this direct final rule has been removed, the EPA is still accepting comments on a similar proposed rule until March 17, 2025, and will address these comments in any future actions. The withdrawn rule involved changes to regulations concerning the disposal and handling of coal waste products.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending time-limited tolerances for certain pesticides, including clothianidin, methyl bromide, and triclopyr, allowing their use on specific crops until December 31, 2023. These extensions are granted under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) due to emergency conditions. Additionally, the EPA is updating certain terminologies in its regulations to ensure consistency, and it is removing tolerances for flonicamid on prickly pear because the exemption is not renewed. The rule also aligns some U.S. tolerances with international standards and makes administrative revisions to existing regulations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to extend the information collection for the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) related to Ferroalloys Production Area Sources. This proposal requests public comments for an additional 30 days, due by March 31, 2025, concerning the continued collection efforts. The NESHAP regulations require facilities to report and maintain records to ensure compliance with air quality standards. The EPA expects no changes in the burden or costs associated with the regulations since there has been no change in the rules and minimal industry growth.

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.