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The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WADOT) for the Purdy Bridge Rehabilitation Project in Pierce County, Washington. This authorization allows for the incidental harassment of marine mammals during construction activities that involve pile driving and removal, which may disturb these animals through noise. However, no serious injury or death of marine mammals is anticipated. The NMFS has set specific measures to minimize impacts, ensuring that the activity complies with the Marine Mammal Protection Act and does not harm the animals or their environment significantly.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a change to Washington State's Implementation Plan concerning air quality. This revision, submitted on June 2, 2019, by the Washington Department of Ecology, moves the Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) program from actively addressing air quality issues to a backup measure in five counties. Effective March 22, 2021, this decision aligns with the Clean Air Act requirements and does not impose any new obligations beyond state law. The change affects areas like Clark, King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane Counties and is part of ongoing measures to maintain air quality standards.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced final actions related to the SR 509/Clear Creek Restoration Project in Pierce County, Washington. These actions, which are now beyond judicial review unless challenged by August 18, 2025, involve repairing fish habitats by removing barriers and restoring natural stream processes. This will benefit aquatic life and improve water quality. The project adheres to various environmental and historical preservation laws and can be further examined through contact with FHWA or online project documentation.