Science & Technology
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EPA Publishes Memorandum Containing Revised Framework and Response to Comments to Improve Pest Resistance for Plant-Incorporated Protectants
EPA published a memorandum addressing resistance risks to lepidopteran pests of corn and cotton containing the Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) Plant-Incorporated Protectant (PIP)
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Indoor Exposure Testing Product Protocols, Version 2.0
Provides information on how to conduct product testing to inform exposures in indoor environments
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EPA Releases Draft Scope Document for Part Two of Asbestos Risk Evaluation
Announcement about release of draft scope for part 2 of the risk evaluation for asbestos
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Swimmer Exposure Assessment Model (SWIMODEL)
The Swimmer Exposure Assessment Model was developed by EPA as a screening tool to conduct exposure assessments of pesticides found in indoor swimming pools and spas.
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Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) Guidance
provides guidance to EPA employees and other organizations involved in developing Quality Assurance (QA) Project Plans that address the specifications listed in the QAPP Standard.
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Human Studies Review Board
Information about the Federal advisory committee: the Human Studies Review Board
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JS Testing - SAM 2022 Chemical Methods Query Results
Selected Analytical Methods
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Response to the National Association of Manufacturers Request for Reconsideration from November 17, 2009
The EPA defers consideration for the NAM RFR due to relevance of ongoing litigation
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Re: Request Under the Data Quality Act and EPA's Information Quality Guidelines
In light of recent statements from EPA in the rulemaking for the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards ("MATS Rule"), Environmental Integrity Project ("EIP") and Chesapeake Climate Action Network ("CCAN") submit this Request for Correction to ask EPA to resolve
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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.
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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.
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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.
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RE: Request for Reconsideration of Request for Correction (RFC #10003) regarding EPA's Coal Combustion Products Partnerships Website
Letter response to the Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) Request for Reconsideration (RFR #10003A).
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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.
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RFC 17002
RFC 17002
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Re: Request for Correction 09001
Follow up letter on RFC 09001 on behalf of the Association of Battery Recyclers
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Nutrients Management: External Reports
External reports from USGS, USDA, National Academy of Sciences, and NSTEPS on nutrient management.
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Determining the Prevalence of Contaminants in Treated and Untreated Drinking Water
Scientists from EPA and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) are conducting a multi-phase study to determine the presence of contaminants of emerging concern in treated and untreated drinking water.
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Scientists evaluate potential of mussels to detect microbial contamination of ambient water
Microbial contamination in lakes, rivers and oceans can cause illnesses to animals and humans who come in contact with the water.