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New administrator announced for EPA's Region 6
EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson announced President Barack Obama’s selection of Dr. Alfredo “Al” Armendariz to be the Agency’s Regional Administrator for EPA’s region 6.
"I look forward to working closely with Al Armendariz on the range of urgent environmental issues we face, in region 6 and across the nation," said EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson. "At this moment of great challenge and even greater opportunity, I'm thrilled that Al will be part of our leadership team at EPA. He will certainly play an instrumental role in our Agency's mission to protect our health and the environment."
“It is an honor to serve the President and the Administrator,” Armendariz said. “As EPA Regional Administrator, I look forward to working closely with Administrator Jackson as we help our communities and build a green economy. I'm proud to be selected and to work with the dedicated EPA team in confronting the environmental and energy challenges currently before us. As a scientist, there has never been a more exciting time to be involved in environmental protection."
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Progress on Green Recovery
EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson provides a 200-day report on EPA's America's Reinvestment and Recovery Act grants.
New Texas Superfund site proposed
The Van der Horst site in Terrell, Texas has been proposed to the National Priority List of Superfund Sites. The inactive chromium and iron plating facility began operating in the 1950s and operated until late 2006. Map It
Federal Register Notices Available for Comment
EPA Proposes to Disapprove Texas Changes to Air Permitting Program
Notices have been published in the Federal Register on EPA's most recent proposals regarding Texas air permitting program. You can comment until November 23, 2009.
Where Does My Electricity Come From?
Region 6 Energy Advisor answers this question on EPA's Greenversations Blog. On most days and nights, if you need electricity to read by or use your computer all you have to do is flip a switch or push a button. But do you know where your electricity comes from? What is the fuel source to your power company?
Asbestos in Schools
EPA has awarded $150,000 to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality to reduce asbestos exposure in schools and state buildings. The money will increase compliance monitoring, compliance assistance and public outreach.
Recent News
- November 12, 2009 - EPA Awards Over $160,000 to the Pueblo of Santa Clara
- November 12, 2009 - EPA Awards $65,000 to the Muscogee Nation
- November 10, 2009 - Texas is Tops in Energy Star Homes
- November 10, 2009 - Port of Houston Authority and Maersk Line Join EPA to Clear Air in Gulf of Mexico
- November 10, 2009 - EPA Awards Over $300,000 to the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry
- November 9, 2009 - EPA Awards $125,000 to the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Oklahoma
- November 9, 2009 - EPA Awards Over $90,000 to the Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo
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EPA Proposes to Disapprove Texas Changes to Air Permitting Program
EPA proposes to disapprove key aspects of the Texas clean-air permitting program in order to make those provisions more protective of air quality as required by the Clean Air Act. Final decisions about changing the program will be made under expedited schedule. More
BCCA Settlement
EPA and business group reached an agreement regarding the timing of federal review of the Texas’ air permitting program. Comment period closed on August 31, 2009.
300-Day Plan
Our communities have placed their trust in us to protect their land, air and water. They expect measurable environmental results and transparency. Our Region 6 300-Day Plan for 2009 (PDF) (4 pp, 75K, About PDF) outlines how we will join with our partners to achieve the shared priorities outlined in this plan.
2008 400-Day Plan Accomplishments
Our 2008 400-Day Plan Accomplishments (PDF) (4 pp, 75K, About PDF) report tracks how the Region did in meeting the goals of our previous strategic plan.
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