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The EPA and Army completed public listening sessions on defining "waters of the United States."
Environmental Protection
EPA strengthens efforts against toxic imports in collaboration with CBP
The EPA is ramping up its crackdown on illegal imports in partnership with CBP to protect public health by blocking harmful substances at U.S. ports.
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EPA completes cleanup of contaminated soil near former battery plant
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has completed a major cleanup project in Logansport, Indiana, removing lead-contaminated soil from residential yards near a former battery manufacturing site.
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EPA proposes new plan for Radiation Technology Inc.'s Superfund site cleanup
The EPA has unveiled a revised strategy for cleaning up groundwater contamination at a New Jersey Superfund site.
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EPA audit criticizes Biden Administration for poor oversight on billions in environmental grants
An EPA audit has found that inadequate oversight during the Biden Administration put billions in environmental grant funds at risk.
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EPA settles with Mass. metal plating firm over hazardous waste violations
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has settled with CIL Electroplating for hazardous waste violations at its Massachusetts facility.
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Senate confirms Jeffrey Hall as assistant administrator for EPA enforcement office
Jeffrey Hall has been confirmed by the Senate as Assistant Administrator for EPA's enforcement office.
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EPA revises asbestos cleanup strategy at Johns-Manville Superfund site
The EPA has updated its approach to cleaning up asbestos at a section of the Johns-Manville Superfund site in Illinois Beach Nature Preserve, opting for hand tool removal to protect local ecosystems
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U.S.-Mexico pact targets Tijuana River sewage crisis with new infrastructure plans
The EPA has announced Minute 333, an agreement between the U.S. and Mexico to tackle the Tijuana River sewage crisis through infrastructure projects and planning for future growth in Tijuana without additional U.S. taxpayer funding
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Douglas Troutman confirmed as assistant administrator for EPA's chemical safety office
Douglas Troutman has been confirmed by the Senate as Assistant Administrator for EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention.
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EPA approves loans to boost water infrastructure in Oregon and Washington
The EPA has approved three significant loans totaling $240 million to enhance water infrastructure in Oregon and Washington through its WIFIA program.
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EPA awards $5 million grant to Kansas City for recycling infrastructure
The EPA has granted Kansas City $5 million through the SWIFR program to enhance recycling infrastructure.
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EPA allocates $351 million to Fort Worth for water and recycling projects
The EPA has granted over $351 million to Fort Worth for significant upgrades in water treatment facilities and recycling programs.
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EPA awards solid waste infrastructure grants to Utah and South Dakota
The EPA has allocated over $8.3 million in SWIFR grants to Utah's Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District and Rapid City, South Dakota.
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EPA approves Tennessee's regional haze plan for improved visibility
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved a plan from Tennessee aimed at improving visibility in national parks through significant emission reductions.
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EPA approves South Carolina's regional haze plan for cleaner air
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved a plan from South Carolina aimed at improving air quality in protected areas.
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EPA funds recycling projects in Alaska and Washington with $8 million
The EPA has announced $8 million in grants for recycling initiatives in Alaska and Washington.
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EPA highlights environmental progress during Puerto Rico visit
Michael Martucci's recent trip to Puerto Rico focused on assessing environmental progress and fostering partnerships.
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EPA funds waste collection centers in West Maui with $3.6 million grant
The EPA has granted over $3.6 million to Maui County for establishing waste collection centers in West Maui.
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EPA partners with Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe on environmental protection
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe have signed an agreement to guide environmental protection efforts on tribal lands.
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