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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved certain parts of Tennessee's plan to manage air quality in the Sullivan County area, specifically those related to controlling sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions. This decision follows the state’s efforts to meet federal standards set in 2010, which aim to limit air pollution from new and modified sources. While the EPA is not taking action on all submissions from Tennessee, they have concluded that the state has fulfilled key requirements, including providing a detailed emissions inventory and adhering to rules for reviewing new sources of pollution. This rule takes effect on March 31, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposes partial approval and partial disapproval of Arizona's plan to meet the air quality standards for PM₁₀ in West Pinal County. This decision includes approving the emissions inventory for 2008 and disapproving several parts of the plan, including the measures for controlling pollution and the plan to reduce emissions over time. The EPA noted that Arizona's current strategies have not been sufficient to meet the required air quality standards and that some of the actions assumed in the plan have already been implemented too early to serve as backup measures if the state fails to meet its goals. Public comments are invited before the final decision is made.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve elements of Ohio’s State Implementation Plan (SIP) for improving air quality in the Cleveland area to meet the 2015 ozone standard. The elements include a 2017 base year emissions inventory, a plan demonstrating reasonable further progress (RFP), a motor vehicle inspection and maintenance program, and a review process for new sources of air pollution. The EPA is also starting the process to approve the 2023 motor vehicle emissions budgets, which set limits on emissions from transportation sources to ensure they conform with air quality goals. Public comments on this proposal are being accepted until February 3, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a revision to Pennsylvania's state implementation plan (SIP) to ensure that ozone levels in the Clearfield and Indiana Counties meet the 1997 8-hour ground-level ozone standard through 2029. This plan, submitted by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, includes steps to maintain air quality, such as regular monitoring, an emissions inventory, and a contingency plan to address potential violations. EPA is inviting public comments on this proposal, which aligns with the requirements of the Clean Air Act.