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    Information about the Presidential Exemption under section 112(i)(4) of the Clean Air Act for certain National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants.

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    Stationary sources of air pollution, including factories, refineries, boilers, and power plants, emit a variety of air pollutants. The Clean Air Act directs EPA to control these emissions by developing and implementing standards and guidelines. 

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