Search Results for keywords:"Maricopa County Air Quality Department"

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Search Results: keywords:"Maricopa County Air Quality Department"

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10903
    Reading Time:about 20 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) portion of Arizona's state implementation plan. This includes full approval of seven rules for the preconstruction permitting of new and modified pollution sources in Maricopa County, ensuring they meet federal air quality standards. The EPA is seeking public comments on this proposal until March 25, 2021, before making a final decision. Through these approvals, the EPA aims to support air quality management in accordance with the Clean Air Act.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA wants to change some rules in Arizona to help make sure the air we breathe stays clean by approving new guidelines for how factories and big buildings manage their pollution. They are asking people to share their thoughts about these changes until March 25, 2021, before they make their final decision.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 97543
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing a rule to update the Arizona State Implementation Plan (SIP) regarding air quality in Maricopa County. This rule addresses the reduction of volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from storage and transfer activities of organic liquids and gasoline, ensuring compliance with the Clean Air Act. By approving Rules 350 and 351, the EPA confirms that the state has met previous requirements and demonstrates adherence to the 2008 8-hour ozone standards. No public comments were received, and the rule takes effect on January 8, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA has decided to approve new rules to help clean the air in Maricopa County, Arizona. These rules focus on stopping bad chemicals from getting into the air when storing and moving liquids like gasoline.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 4652
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved changes to the air quality regulations managed by the Maricopa County Air Quality Department in Arizona. These updates include rules and certifications to control emissions from coating processes and adhesives, as well as declarations related to ozone standards. The EPA's approval, which comes after no public comments were received, ensures that these rules meet federal requirements under the Clean Air Act. The actions taken are not expected to have any negative economic or environmental justice implications.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA said yes to new rules in Arizona to help keep the air cleaner by controlling some smelly chemicals from paints and glues, making sure they follow the big rulebook for clean air.