Laws & Regulations
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Resource Paper on Brownfields Revitalization in the Greater Philadelphia Area/Delaware River Watershed
Information about brownfield revitalization at Greater Philadelphia Area/Delaware River Watershed
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Putting the Nation on a Path for Climate Resilience and Preparedness
Putting current data in a historical context, NOAA publishes the monthly State of the Climate Report that includes analyses of the Nation's recent climate conditions, their unusualness, and their rank within long‐term trends.
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TRI Basic Plus Data Files: Calendar Years 1987- Present
Access downloadable files containing data from all TRI reporting years updated to include any withdrawals or revisions received by EPA.
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Commercial Vessel Discharge Standards
Homepage for information on regulations for discharges incidental to the normal operation of non-military, non-recreational (i.e., commercial) vessels.
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Upcoming and Recent Compliance Dates Affecting Agriculture
Important environmental compliance dates that agricultural producers may have to meet and links to more information.
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TRI Preliminary Dataset
The TRI preliminary dataset includes the most current TRI data available and reflects toxic chemical releases and pollution prevention activities that occurred at TRI facilities during the 2020 calendar year.
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NPDES Pretreatment Discharge Requirements for Eagle Bronze Incorporated in Wyoming
Under NPDES permit number WY-PF00101, Eagle Bronze is authorized to discharge wastewaters to the Town of Lander, Wyoming, publicly owned treatment works under the identified outfalls as a NSCIU.
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McClarin Plastics, LLC Wapato, Washington Custom Fiberglass-Reinforced Plastics Facility Non-Title V Air Quality Operating Permit
Final non-Title V air permit issued to McClarin Plastic, LLC
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Engines and Vehicles Compliance Information System (EV-CIS) Documentation for Cross-Industry Services
These files apply across industry sectors in EV-CIS.
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Proposed Volumes for 2020 and Biomass-Based Diesel Volume for 2021: Supplemental Notice
Proposed Volumes for 2020 and Biomass-Based Diesel Volume for 2021: Supplemental Notice
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Proposed Volume Standards for 2020, 2021, and 2022
EPA proposes 2020, 2021, and 2022 volume standards under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program, along with regulatory changes intended to strengthen the program.
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THURSDAY: Press briefing on drinking water sampling and restoration progress in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene
EPA News Release: THURSDAY: Press briefing on drinking water sampling and restoration progress in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene
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Modeling and Calculator Tools for State and Local Transportation Resources
Air quality models, calculators, guidance and strategies are offered for estimating and projecting vehicle air pollution, including ozone or smog-forming pollutants, particulate matter and other emissions that pose public health and air quality concerns.
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Locomotives and Locomotive Engines; Preemption of State and Local Regulations– Final Rulemaking
EPA finalizes addressing preemption of state regulation of new locomotives and new engines used in locomotives.
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In-line Analytical Wastewater Disposal Well Inventory Forms
inventory forms for in-line analytical wastewater discharge wells
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Does this rule increase my liability for future lead poisoning on my property?
Answer: In some cases, disclosure may actually reduce the owner’s liability since occupants may be able to prevent exposure from the beginning. Under the Real Estate Notification and Disclosure rule, however, sellers, landlords, or agents who fail to provide the required notices and information are liable for triple the amount…
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Is my home unsafe if it contains lead-based paint?
Answer: Approximately three-quarters of the nation’s housing built before 1978 contains some lead-based paint. This paint, if properly managed and maintained, poses little risk. If allowed to deteriorate, lead from paint can threaten the health of occupants, especially children under six years old. If families and building owners are aware…
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A home sustained flooding as a result of a hurricane. Once the flood water recedes, my firm must make the necessary renovations. How do the record keeping requirements apply to an emergency renovation?
Emergency renovations (other than interim controls performed in response to a child with an elevated blood lead level) are exempt from the training, certification, sign posting, waste handling and containment requirements of the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule only to the extent necessary to respond to the emergency…
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I am removing aluminum siding from a pre-1978 home. The aluminum siding was nailed over the top of painted wood siding that tested positive for lead. The underlying painted surface is greater than twenty square feet. Must I comply with the Rule when removing the aluminum siding?
Answer: The work practices for exterior projects are based on a performance standard – if the activity disturbs a painted surface (generally, by creating paint chips or dust) in excess of 20 square feet, the work area must be contained so that dust or debris does not leave the work…
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What must I do to be recertified?
Answer: Prior to the expiration of your current certificate, you must take an accredited refresher training course, you must apply to EPA for recertification, and you must pay a recertification fee. Question Number: 23002-32442 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .