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  • 2021-02585 — Approval and Promulgation of Air Quality Implementation Plans; District of Columbia; Nonattainment New Source Review Requirements for 2015 8-Hour Ozone Standard
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 8734
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA wants to approve a plan from Washington, DC to make the air cleaner by following rules about a gas called ozone. They are asking people to say what they think about this plan.

  • 2021-03296 — District of Columbia; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10123
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended a major disaster declaration for the District of Columbia, originally declared on March 29, 2020. The change, effective January 20, 2021, appoints Janice P. Barlow as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing MaryAnn Tierney. This notice includes a list of the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance numbers relevant for disaster-related reporting and funds. The update ensures proper coordination and assistance for managing the disaster relief efforts in the region.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is making a change to its team in charge of helping with disasters in Washington, D.C. A new person, Janice, will take over from MaryAnn to help get the job done right.

  • 2021-03284 — District of Columbia; Emergency and Related Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10121
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice about the President's declaration of an emergency in the District of Columbia due to the 59th Presidential Inauguration. This declaration allows for Federal assistance to be provided for emergency protective measures and direct federal aid with full federal funding. The announcement designates Thomas J. Fargione of FEMA as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency. Various assistance programs, such as Community Disaster Loans and Crisis Counseling, are authorized for use to support the emergency response.

    Simple Explanation

    The President said there was an emergency in Washington, D.C. because of a big event, the 59th Presidential Inauguration. This means the government can help out with extra money and support to keep everyone safe and make sure everything goes smoothly.