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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin spent his first full week in office visiting three key disaster recovery sites to assess ongoing efforts.
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EPA establishes new Altadena site for wildfire waste storage

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the County of Los Angeles have formalized a lease agreement for an additional staging area at the Altadena Golf Course in Altadena, California.
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EPA chief surveys hurricane recovery efforts in Western North Carolina

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Western North Carolina on February 7, 2025, to assess the damage caused by Hurricane Helene and discuss ongoing rebuilding efforts with local officials and residents....
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EPA signs lease for new wildfire cleanup staging area in Altadena

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Los Angeles County have entered into a lease agreement, effective February 7, 2025, for a new staging area at Charles S. Farnsworth Park in Altadena, California.
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Michael Martucci appointed as EPA Region 2 administrator

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced the appointment of Michael Martucci as the Regional Administrator for EPA Region 2.
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EPA launches historic wildfire cleanup after devastating California fires

On February 6, 2025, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin traveled to Los Angeles, California, to assess the damage caused by recent wildfires and to meet with agency personnel involved in what is described as the largest wildfire cleanup effort in the...
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Trump appoints Scott Mason IV as EPA regional administrator for South Central

President Donald J. Trump has appointed Scott Mason IV as the new Regional Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) South Central Region, also known as Region 6.
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Jim Macy appointed as new administrator for EPA Region 7

Jim Macy has been appointed as the new administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Region 7, covering Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and nine tribal nations.
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Federal agencies establish temporary processing site for wildfire recovery in Los Angeles

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has partnered with various state and local agencies to expedite wildfire recovery efforts following the Palisades Fire.
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EPA renames division honoring Gulf's economic role

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the renaming of its Gulf of Mexico Division to the Gulf of America Division.
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EPA outlines five-pillar strategy under "Powering the Great American Comeback" initiative

On February 4, 2025, Lee Zeldin, Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), introduced the "Powering the Great American Comeback" initiative.
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EPA initiates largest wildfire cleanup after Los Angeles fires

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has embarked on its largest wildfire hazardous waste cleanup operation in history, responding to devastating fires in Los Angeles County.
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EPA Administrator marks two years since East Palestine train derailment

On February 3, 2025, Lee Zeldin, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, visited East Palestine, Ohio.
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EPA uses Sepulveda Basin for National Guard staging amid fire recovery

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the use of land at Sepulveda Basin, owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Los Angeles District, as a staging area for California National Guard personnel and vehicles.
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Lee Zeldin confirmed as EPA Administrator amid widespread support

On January 29, 2025, Lee Zeldin was confirmed by a bipartisan vote in the U.S. Senate as the new Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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EPA recognizes NH wastewater entities for excellence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) New England Region has acknowledged the efforts of several New Hampshire wastewater treatment facilities and individuals with the 2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards.
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EPA honors UConn facility superintendent for regional wastewater excellence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's New England Office has awarded the 2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards to a Connecticut wastewater treatment plant operator.
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EPA honors Rhode Island wastewater facilities for excellence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's New England Office has awarded three 2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards to facilities and individuals in Rhode Island for their dedication to enhancing water quality.
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Lee Zeldin takes office as EPA administrator

On January 29, 2025, Lee Zeldin was sworn in as the 17th Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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EPA honors Massachusetts wastewater district for water quality efforts

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's New England Office has recognized a Massachusetts wastewater district for its contributions to water quality improvement.
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