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EPA Extends Expiration Deadline for Pesticide Applicator Certification Plans

EPA is announcing an extension to the expiration deadline of federal, state, territory, and tribal certification plans.

Reduce Your Child's Chances of Pesticide Poisoning

Find information about danger to children of poisoning from pesticides and household products, and the importance for adequately securing them to keep them out of children’s reach.

EPA Guidance on How to Comply with the Revised Worker Protection Standard for Agricultural Pesticides

EPA Solicits Proposals for a Cooperative Agreement to Conduct the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC)

EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs is soliciting applications for a cooperative agreement to run the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC), which provides the public with objective, science-based information on pesticide-related subjects.

Human Studies Review Board

Information about the Federal advisory committee: the Human Studies Review Board

EPA RCRA ID: MAD001441054

MAD001441054, GENRAD INC, 41 MAIN ST, Bolton, MA

TSCA Section 21 Petition Concerning Lead in Paint - Public and Commercial Buildings

This petition requests that EPA promulgate a rule pursuant to TSCA Section 8(d) requiring submission of certain records related to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s construction standard for lead.

TSCA Section 21 Petition to Promulgate Regulations Governing PVCs

This petition requests EPA to promulgate regulations governing the safe treatment, storage and disposal of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), vinyl chloride and associated dialkyl- and alkylarylesters of 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid.

TSCA Section 21 Petition Requesting EPA to Establish a Process to Amend the List of Natural Sources of Oil and Fat

This petition requests EPA to to initiate a rulemaking under TSCA Section 83 that would establish a process to amend the list of natural sources of oil and fat in the “Soap and Detergent Association” (SDA) nomenclature system.

Petition for Partial Supplemental Waiver of the 2016 Cellulosic Biofuel Volumetric Requirements

January 13, 2017, EPA sent a letter to the American Petrochemical and Fuel Manufacturers (“AFPM”) denying its petition for a partial supplemental waiver of the 2016 cellulosic biofuel standard established under the Renewable Fuel Standard.

Petition to Promulgate Reporting Rules for Mercury Manufacturing, Processing, and Importation

Section 21 petition to promulgate reporting rules for mercury manufacturing, processing, and importation under section 8(a) of the Toxic Substances Control Act.

Agriculture Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)

Agreements between EPA and organizations, or U.S. states can foster collaborative problem solving and strengthen the agriculture community.

Contact Us: Animal Feeding Operations (AFOs)

Contact information for Animal Feeding Operations programs.

Contact Us: General Information About NPDES

Overview of regulations and guidance for the hauling and removal of transported hazardous (hauled) waste.

Communication Resources for Small Drinking Water Systems

These documents explain how to effectively communicate drinking water issues to customers and decision makers.

SERC-TERC Update September 2025

SERC-TERC Updates from September 2025

EPA to hold public hearing on the City of Asheboro’s wastewater treatment plant proposed permit

Release Date: October 8, 2025